Saudi Arabia warns pilgrims against fake Hajj permits, unauthorised visa offers
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has urged pilgrims to obtain official Hajj permits only through authorised channels and avoid fraudulent offers ahead of the annual pilgrimage season. The ministry said the Hajj visa remains the only valid visa that allows pilgrims to perform Hajj legally.
According to a report by Gulf News, Saudi authorities said all permits must be secured through approved procedures to ensure smooth travel, organised movement and access to services at the holy sites.
Ministry says official permits ensure access to services
The ministry said compliance with permit rules helps authorities manage crowds and movement during Hajj while allowing pilgrims to benefit fully from facilities and services provided during the pilgrimage.
Officials also warned people against dealing with unofficial agencies or fake campaigns promoting unauthorised Hajj permits or visas. The ministry said such offers could stop pilgrims from completing Hajj and may expose violators to legal penalties.
The warning comes as Saudi Arabia continues to tighten rules around Hajj entry and crowd control. Gulf News reported that only pilgrims holding official Hajj permits will be allowed to enter Mecca and the holy sites during the pilgrimage period.
Saudi authorities have recently intensified action against fake Hajj campaigns and illegal pilgrim transport networks as part of efforts to maintain safety and order during Hajj.
According to a report by Gulf News, Saudi authorities said all permits must be secured through approved procedures to ensure smooth travel, organised movement and access to services at the holy sites.
The ministry said compliance with permit rules helps authorities manage crowds and movement during Hajj while allowing pilgrims to benefit fully from facilities and services provided during the pilgrimage.
Officials also warned people against dealing with unofficial agencies or fake campaigns promoting unauthorised Hajj permits or visas. The ministry said such offers could stop pilgrims from completing Hajj and may expose violators to legal penalties.
The warning comes as Saudi Arabia continues to tighten rules around Hajj entry and crowd control. Gulf News reported that only pilgrims holding official Hajj permits will be allowed to enter Mecca and the holy sites during the pilgrimage period.
Saudi authorities have recently intensified action against fake Hajj campaigns and illegal pilgrim transport networks as part of efforts to maintain safety and order during Hajj.
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