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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.
Royal Commission highlights new and improved services for Hajj pilgrims Arab News
Hajj 2025: First batch of Nigerian pilgrims depart Madinah for Makkah – FRCN HQ radionigeria.gov.ng
Pakistan Hajj mission chief says Saudi digital innovations have ‘revolutionized’ pilgrimage experience Arab News
Makkah’s security forces crack down on illegal Hajj pilgrims Arab News
Makkah’s security forces crack down on illegal Hajj pilgrims Arab News
Makkah launches digital tools to enrich Hajj pilgrims’ experience Arab News