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Last updated: 5 May 2026, 5:34 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.
Nearly 17 million foreign pilgrims perform Umrah in 2024, up 101% from 2022 Saudi Gazette
Flying With Saudia Or Flynas? You Can Now Perform Umrah Without A Separate Visa curlytales.com
How to perform Umrah on a free Saudi transit visa Gulf News
Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Distributes Nusuk Cards for 1446 AH وكالة الأنباء السعودية
Pakistan prepares for early rollout of Hajj 2026 registration Arab News
Umrah visas now require approved hotel booking via Nusuk Masar Gulf Business