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Last updated: 9 May 2026, 1:17 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 Envoy: 2026 Hajj Unaffected by Middle East Tensions Tempo.co English
Pakistan approves Hajj visas for 120,000 pilgrims, says flight operation to begin from Apr. 18 Arab News
Pilgrims receive 2.3m awareness services in Makkah Arab News
RI Govt confirms 2026 Hajj departures remain on schedule ANTARA News
Saudi Arabia Sets 18 April Exit Deadline for 2026 Umrah thetraveler.org
Minister: Indonesia's 2026 Hajj Departures Stay on Schedule Tempo.co English