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Last updated: 5 May 2026, 1:25 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.
Kebbi pilgrims depart for 2026 Hajj exercise Tribune Online
2.2 million seats, 5,300 trips: Haramain train ramps up for Haj Gulf News
Saudi Arabia boosts Haramain high-speed rail capacity to 2.2 million seats for Hajj Gulf News
2026 Hajj: Gov Idris Bids Farewell to First Batch of Kebbi Pilgrims TVC News
Illegal Hajj Risks: Saudi Arabia Issues 10-Year Entry Ban Tempo.co English
Abu Dhabi urges pilgrims to prepare early for Hajj Gulf News