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Last updated: 4 May 2026, 1:38 PM (Saudi time)
Saudi Arabia has imposed fines of up to SAR 100,000 for facilitating unauthorised Hajj and up to SAR 20,000 for pilgrims performing Hajj without a permit, alongside 10-year re-entry bans for violators.
Saudi Arabia Introduces New Rule for Hajj Pilgrims ProPakistani
Saudi Arabia Introduces New Rule for Hajj Pilgrims ProPakistani
Six Pakistanis arrested for entering Makkah without Hajj permit daily-sun.com
Makkah pilgrimage deadlines Travel And Tour World
Saudi Arabia And GCC Nations Receive Extended Umrah Access Window As Makkah Prepares For Global Hajj Arrivals: Here Is The Latest Travel Guidance Travel And Tour World
Kuching man loses RM415,000 to Haj permit, Makkah hotel scam The Star