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Arab News, Sun, Apr 20, 2025 | Shawwal 22, 1446
Strict Hajj rules for pilgrims’ safety says ministry
Saudi Arabia:
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has stressed
that individuals intending to perform Hajj this year must obtain a permit
through the Nusuk platform, which is integrated with the unified Tasreeh system
for issuing official permits.
It also said that no type of visa grants the right
to perform Hajj, and that full compliance with regulations is essential to
ensure the safety of pilgrims and a smooth Hajj experience, the Saudi Press
Agency reported.
The ministry warned against fraudulent activities
and deceptive Hajj campaign advertisements on social media that falsely promise
accommodation and transportation within the holy sites.
The ministry urges the public to report suspicious
activities by calling 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 in
other areas of the Kingdom. Misleading ads should also be reported to relevant
authorities in all countries.
The ministry has announced that April 29 is the
final departure date for Umrah visa holders, in preparation for the Hajj season,
the SPA reported.
The General Directorate of Public Security has
said that Hajj regulations will begin on April 23. All residents intending to
enter Makkah must obtain a valid entry permit from the relevant authorities.
Those without a permit will be denied entry at security checkpoints, the SPA
added.
The directorate emphasized that Hajj procedures
will be strictly enforced. Vehicles and residents without a work entry permit, a
Makkah resident ID or an official Hajj permit will be turned back.
It further clarified that entry permits for
residents working during Hajj are issued electronically via the Absher
Individuals platform and the Muqeem portal, through integration with the unified
digital Hajj permit platform.