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Indian expat arrested for transporting 22 visa holders without a Hajj permit

May 21, 2025
Hajj Security Forces arrested an Indian resident for transporting 22 visa holders who do not have Hajj permits.
Hajj Security Forces arrested an Indian resident for transporting 22 visa holders who do not have Hajj permits.

Saudi Gazette report

MAKKAH — Hajj Security Forces arrested an Indian resident for transporting 22 visa holders who do not have Hajj permits.

The arrested Indian was referred to the competent authority for the imposition of the prescribed penalties. The Ministry of Interior warned earlier that a maximum fine of SR100000 will be slapped on anyone who transports or attempts to transport visit visa holders to Makkah city and the holy sites during the period between April 29 and Dhul Hijjah 14, as well as to those who shelter or attempt to shelter visit visa holders.

The penalties also include deportation with a 10-year ban for re-entering the Kingdom.


May 21, 2025
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