Friday, July 1, 2022
Saudi Arabia imposes 10,000 riyals fine on those who attempt to perform Hajj without permit
The Public Security in Saudi Arabia confirmed that a fine of 10,000 riyals will be imposed on anyone who performs Hajj without a permit or tasreeh, in implementation of the instructions regulating Hajj, as it requires those wishing to perform Hajj pilgrimage to obtain a permit from the competent authorities. Similar : Deportation and 10-years ban for performing Hajj pilgrimage without permit
Security forces will be deployed inside all the holy sites as well as on all roads leading towards the holy sites to ensure adherence to regulations during Hajj season.
- The Public Security spokesperson, Sami Al-Shuwairekh had given advice to those wishing for Hajj and Umrah to avoid falling into the trap of fake campaigns, pointing out the need to report violators. Related : Several expats arrested for promoting fake Hajj campaigns
- During a Ya Hala program on a Tv channel, Al-Shuwairekh said, it was announced 7 days ago that those who perform the Hajj can follow the electronic way of the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah through Tawakkalna and Eatmarna applications and by following the steps it is possible to know the companies licensed to perform Hajj services.
- He added that, therefore, they can choose they want from them and any other method is an irregular method and is a method of fraud. Among the fraud methods are also those who claim to perform Hajj on behalf of others and some people who promote this matter have been arrested.
- They also offered the services through advertisements on social platforms and a website included providing and distributing services for pilgrims and arranging transportation. Read : Longest walkway in the world connecting Holy sites in Makkah
- He continued stating that, we call upon everyone to follow the electronic site through the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, as well as to contribute and report on those who submit permits through methods other than electronic way, through the operations centers.
