RIYADH – Millions of pilgrims started arriving in Saudi Arabia for Hajj 2024, with more than 20 lac people expected to attend this year’s pilgrimage, and Kingdom is making all out efforts to handle world largest gathering.
With less than 3 weeks remaining in Hajj 2024, Saudi Ministry of Interior shared new update, restricting people holding visas from entering Mecca during Hajj.
Under the new order, visit visa holders will not be allowed to travel to Mecca from May 23 to June 21, Saudi Press Agency reported.
As per the latest update, Saudi residents and foreigners would need special permits for Hajj to enter Mecca and perform Hajj.
Umrah permits are currently not being issued by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah through the Nusuk app. Saudi authorities further cautioned that violating these rules will result in punishments and heavy fines.
Those found in Makkah and the holy sites without a Haj permit, including citizens, residents, and visitors, will face a fine of 10,000 SAR. It said repeat offenders will incur double the fine, and resident violators may be deported and banned from re-entering the country.
The special Hajj permit is required for access to central Haram area, the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah, and other sites.
Hajj 2024
Hajj 2024 dates
Hajj 2024 is expected to take place from June 14-19.
