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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.
36,996 Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims reach Saudi Arabia, two more die daily-sun.com
Kwara begins vaccination of pilgrims ahead of 2026 Hajj Punch Newspapers
Saudi, GCC citizens and expats in Kingdom can perform Umrah until May 3 ZAWYA
Saudi Citizens and GCC Nationals Can Still Perform Umrah Until 3 May 2026 Wego Travel Blog
Tourism minister inspects readiness of pilgrims’ accommodation in Makkah Saudi Gazette
Saudi tourism minister inspects hospitality facilities for pilgrims in Makkah ahead of Hajj Arab News