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Last updated: 23 Jun 2026, 7:03 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.
Photos show Muslim pilgrims in Mecca as annual Hajj pilgrimage ends San Francisco Chronicle
Pakistan Hajj Mission wins Saudi excellence award for second consecutive year Arab News
Photos show Muslim pilgrims in Mecca as annual Hajj pilgrimage ends Springfield News-Sun
Photos show Muslim pilgrims in Mecca as annual Hajj pilgrimage ends Houston Chronicle
Muslim pilgrims conclude annual Hajj pilgrimage Middle East Monitor
Saudi Arabia Tightens Hajj 2026 Rules, UK Warns Pilgrims to Leave Before Visa Expiry as Riyadh Enforces Steep Penalties Travel And Tour World