{"id":2166,"date":"2025-04-30T14:05:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T12:05:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.visasaudi.sa.com\/article\/le-ministere-du-hajj-souligne-limportance-dobtenir-un-permis-pour-pratiquer-le-pelerinage\/"},"modified":"2025-04-30T14:05:29","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T12:05:29","slug":"the-hajj-ministry-stresses-the-importance-of-obtaining-a-permit-to-perform-the-pilgrimage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.visasaudi.sa.com\/en\/article\/the-hajj-ministry-stresses-the-importance-of-obtaining-a-permit-to-perform-the-pilgrimage\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ministry of Hajj stresses the importance of obtaining a permit to perform the pilgrimage"},"content":{"rendered":"

Le Ministry of Hajj<\/strong> recently reaffirmed the crucial importance of obtaining a official licence<\/strong> to accomplish the Hajj pilgrimage<\/strong>. With the 1446-2025 season approaching, this initiative aims to ensure that the security<\/strong> and theorganisation<\/strong> of a religiously significant event, while preventing fraud and complying with current regulations.<\/p>\n\n

With the 1446-2025 Hajj season approaching, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah recently reaffirmed the imperative of obtaining a official licence<\/strong> for those wishing to make this sacred pilgrimage. This step is of the utmost importance to ensure that the peace of mind<\/strong> and the security<\/strong> of this colossal religious event, in coordination with the Saudi Ministry of the Interior. This article explores the implications of these regulations and the procedures for complying with them.<\/p>\n\n

Strictly regulated access to Mecca<\/h3>\n\n

The Ministry of Hajj has specified that, during the period from 29 April to 11 June 2025<\/strong>in other words 1st Dhul Qi'da to 14th Dhul Hijja 1446<\/strong>access to Mecca<\/strong> will be strictly forbidden to anyone not in possession of a valid Hajj permit<\/strong> or an official residence or work permit. Accommodation facilities such as hotels and residences are also required to refuse hospitality to individuals without a valid permit.<\/p>\n\n

This decision is part of a series of measures designed to organise the world's busiest pilgrimage, with the aim of avoiding any overcrowding<\/strong> and to guarantee the safety of every pilgrim. Failure to comply with these rules will result in severe penalties for offenders, whether citizens, residents or foreign visitors.<\/p>\n\n

Penalties for infringements<\/h3>\n\n

The Saudi authorities have announced a series of severe penalties for anyone caught performing the Hajj without the required permit. The penalties include a fine of up to 20,000 Saudi riyals<\/strong> will be applied. In the event of a repeat offence, this amount will be doubled for citizens and residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council.<\/p>\n\n

In addition, anyone who applies for a visitor's visa in order to make the Hajj without official authorisation risks a fine of 100,000 Saudi riyals<\/strong>. Offending foreigners may also be temporarily deported and banned from entering Saudi Arabia. Penalties can range up to six months of prison<\/strong> and fines of 50,000 Saudi riyals<\/strong> for those transporting fraudulent individuals.<\/p>\n\n

The official procedure for obtaining a Hajj permit<\/h3>\n\n

For all those wishing to perform the Hajj, the Nusuk Hajj<\/strong> has been designated as the official site for booking and managing the pilgrimage. Using other means, such as a tourist or Umrah visa, exposes you to similar penalties, including fines and deportation.<\/p>\n\n

It is essential for pilgrims to follow this procedure to avoid any inconvenience during their stay. Compliance with these regulations will ensure that pilgrims have a pleasant stay. organised pilgrimage<\/strong> and in accordance with established laws.<\/p>\n\n

Objectives of the measures implemented<\/h3>\n\n

These rules have a number of crucial objectives, including preventing overcrowding<\/strong> to Mecca and ensuring the safety of pilgrims during their journey. They also serve to combat fraud and illegal practices associated with the Hajj, while ensuring that the pilgrimage takes place in a peaceful and safe environment.<\/p>\n\n

The Ministry is also encouraging pilgrims to be vigilant against fraudulent campaigns<\/strong> circulating on social networks. Any suspicious behaviour must be reported to the dedicated emergency numbers, guaranteeing the safety of all participants.<\/p>\n\n

Fraud warnings<\/h3>\n\n

Compliance with the rules governing entry into Saudi Arabia during the Hajj pilgrimage is an issue that has prompted several consulates and embassies to warn their nationals. The Moroccan and Tunisian authorities, in particular, have issued reminders of the rules to be followed and have advised their citizens to postpone their trip if they have not obtained their Hajj permit. Cases of visa fraud<\/strong> have been reported, particularly involving private tour operators.<\/p>\n\n

The Saudi authorities, in collaboration with the countries concerned, are continuing to ensure that the laws are enforced to prevent any form of terrorism. falsification of documents<\/strong>These are also reprehensible under local laws.<\/p>\n\n

To navigate these complex rules, it is crucial to keep abreast of the necessary steps and precautions to ensure a successful pilgrimage that meets the Kingdom's requirements.<\/p>\n\n

For more details on visa procedures, see this article on the discontinuation of e-visas for certain countries here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n

Importance of obtaining a Hajj Permit<\/h2>\n\n
\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Axis<\/strong><\/th>\nDetails<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n
Restricted access<\/td>\nAccess to Mecca prohibited without an official Hajj permit.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Financial penalties<\/td>\nFines of up to 100,000 riyals for offences.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Evictions<\/td>\nExpulsion of offending foreign nationals with a ban on their return.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Fraud<\/td>\nVisa fraud considered as falsification of documents.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Official platform<\/td>\nNusuk Hajj is the only site for Hajj bookings.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Preventing overcrowding<\/td>\nMeasures to guarantee the safety of pilgrims.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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