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The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has announced a significant update regarding the Umrah permits, The Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior has tightened the regulations for upcoming Hajj pilgrims this year. According to the new regulations, from 24th May 2024 to 26th June 2024, only individuals/ pilgrims with confirmed Hajj permits will receive Umrah permits. This measure aims to make the flow of pilgrims smooth in Makkah during the Hajj season, ensuring a peaceful Hajj experience for all participants. It will also have a direct impact on the Umrah packages from Pakistan  and Hajj packages.
 

Consequences who Perform Umrah without Hajj Permit

To uphold these regulations, the Ministry of Interior has announced fines of SR 10,000 for individuals found entering Makkah without a Hajj permit from 2nd June to 20th June 2024. THe hajj permits are awarded only those pilgrims who have some sort of government of private hajj packages. These penalties apply to Saudi citizens, expatriates, and visitors alike, covering all crucial areas such as holy sites and transportation stations (bus terminals, airport etc.)
 
Repeat offenders may face increased fines of up to SR 100,000, while expatriates could face deportation and entry bans too. Additionally, those found transporting violators risk up to six months of in jail, a SR 50,000 fine, vehicle confiscation, and deportation for the driver helping expatriate and also the deportation of agents organized Umrah packages under false regulations.
 

Enforcement Area Under These New Regulations

The new rules are enforced will be followed strictly in Makkah, nearby areas, holy places, the Rusaifah Haramain train station, security spots, sorting centers, and temporary security posts. These new regulation will stay enforced from 2nd June to 20th June 2024. Officials emphasize that everyone should obey these rules and report any wrongdoing right away. If you feel that your hajj packages organizer is dishonest with you, please call emergency numbers like 911 in Makkah, the Eastern Province, and Riyadh, and 999 elsewhere in the country, to report any violations.
 

Latest Announcement from Saudi Ministry of Interior about visitors

The Saudi Ministry of Interior has declared visit visa holders won't be permitted to enter or stay in Makkah during the Hajj season 2024.
Between May 23 and June 21, just pilgrims with Hajj Package Holder might do as such, if anyone violates the rule he/she will be punished OR impose fine on disregarding the principles.
The service underscored that visit visas didn't allow the holder to perform Hajj. It additionally encouraged guests right now in Saudi Arabia to stay away from movement to Makkah during the predetermined period.
 
Violators will be dependent upon punishments as indicated by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s regulations," said an statement from the government.
Prior, the Interior Minister said it would begin forcing fines adding up to $2,666 on anybody, including Saudi residents, found entering Makkah without a Hajj license between June 2-20.
 
  • Between May 23 and June 21, just pilgrims with Hajj licenses can enter Makkah
  • Saudi Ministry of Interior expresses punishments to be forced on anybody disregarding the standards.
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