Saudi Arabia has reiterated that fines of up to SR100,000 will be imposed on Hajj and Umrah service companies that fail to report pilgrims who overstay their authorised period in the Kingdom. The warning was issued by Public Security.

The measure underlines the authorities' focus on residency compliance and on holding service providers accountable for the pilgrims in their care.

Who the penalty applies to

Public Security said the penalty applies to Hajj and Umrah service companies and establishments that delay notifying the competent authorities about any pilgrim or Umrah performer who remains in the Kingdom after the expiry of their authorised stay.

The authority said the financial penalty could reach SR100,000 and would increase according to the number of overstayers who are not reported. The more unreported cases a firm accumulates, the higher the total penalty.

Part of a wider compliance drive

The warning fits a broader pattern of enforcement around residency, labour and border security rules. In recent months, Saudi authorities have also warned individual overstayers of significant fines, deportation and re-entry bans.

Reporting obligations placed on companies are designed to close gaps in the system. By making firms responsible for flagging overstayers promptly, the authorities aim to reduce the number of people who remain in the Kingdom without valid status after their pilgrimage ends.

Reporting channels

Public Security urged members of the public to report violations of residency, labour and border security regulations. It listed the numbers to call: 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, or 999 in the rest of the Kingdom.

The authority added that all reports would be handled with complete confidentiality, and that informants would bear no legal liability.

What this means for pilgrims and firms

  • Pilgrims should depart the Kingdom before their authorised stay expires to avoid fines, deportation and possible re-entry bans.
  • Umrah and Hajj travellers should confirm their exact permitted stay and departure date with their provider.
  • Service companies must have clear internal processes to track pilgrims and report any overstay promptly to the authorities.
  • Both pilgrims and firms should keep documentation of travel dates and departures.
  • When choosing a provider, pilgrims may wish to favour established, licensed firms with strong compliance records.