Use of portable gas stoves and cylinders by guests at hospitality facilities banned in Madinah

April 13, 2026 | 06:24 PM
The Ministry of Tourism has instructed tourist hospitality facilities in Madinah that their guests are not permitted to bring in portable gas stoves or gas cylinders into tourist hospitality facilities.
The Ministry of Tourism has instructed tourist hospitality facilities in Madinah that their guests are not permitted to bring in portable gas stoves or gas cylinders into tourist hospitality facilities.
April 13, 2026 | 06:24 PM
Last Updated: April 13, 2026 | 06:24 PM
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MADINAH — The Ministry of Tourism has instructed tourist hospitality facilities in Madinah that their guests are not permitted to bring in portable gas stoves or gas cylinders into tourist hospitality facilities, including hotels and furnished apartments.

The ministry indicated in a circular that the decision is based on Article 22, Paragraph 4 of the Tourist Hospitality Facility Regulations issued by a ministerial order.

The ministry emphasized the necessity of adhering to the regulations issued in this regard. It underlined the need to comply with the instructions from the relevant authorities as part of security and safety measures.