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Last updated: 9 May 2026, 2:34 AM (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.
First batches of pilgrims land in Madinah and Jeddah as international arrivals commence for Hajj 2026 Saudi Gazette
5,613 Hajj pilgrims depart for Saudi Arabia Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)
Saudia launches first Hajj flight from Dhaka, Makkah Route eases travel for pilgrims The Business Standard
Pakistan launches Hajj flights as Lahore sends first ‘Makkah Route’ pilgrims to Saudi Arabia Arab News
Lower section of Kaaba’s Kiswa raised in preparation for Hajj 2026 Saudi Gazette
Saudi Arabia begins welcoming pilgrims ahead of Hajj season Khaleej Times