The Ministry of Interior confirmed the application of a financial fine of up to (100,000) riyals against anyone who submits a request to issue any type of visit visa for a person who performed or attempted to perform Hajj without a permit, or entered the city of Mecca and the holy sites or remained there.
Multiple fines apply based on the number of individuals for whom any type of visit visa was issued, and who performed or attempted to perform Hajj without a permit or entered the city of Mecca and the holy sites or remained there.
Hajj Season 1447
The Ministry of Interior urged everyone to adhere to the regulations governing this year’s Hajj season (1447 AH) and to cooperate with the relevant authorities to ensure the security and safety of the guests of God.
It emphasized that violating these regulations exposes violators to legal penalties, calling for prompt reporting of violations via number (911) in the regions of Mecca, Medina, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, and number (999) in the rest of the Kingdom’s regions.
Medina
Medina is the second holiest city in Islam after Mecca, located in western Saudi Arabia. It is historically significant as the place where the Prophet Muhammad migrated in 622 CE (the Hijra), establishing the first Muslim community and mosque (Masjid al-Nabawi). Today, Medina remains a major pilgrimage site, with millions of Muslims visiting the Prophet’s Mosque each year.
Mecca
Mecca is the holiest city in Islam, located in western Saudi Arabia. It is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad and the site of the Kaaba, the sacred structure towards which Muslims pray. It has been a major religious center since the 7th century, and each year, millions of pilgrims visit Mecca for the Hajj pilgrimage.
Riyadh
Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, located in the historical region of Najd. Its history dates back to pre-Islamic times, but it gained prominence in the 18th century as a stronghold of the Al Saud dynasty, and later became the unified kingdom’s capital in 1932. Today, it is a hub for commerce, culture, and government, blending its historic roots with modern architecture.
Mecca
Mecca, located in Saudi Arabia, is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. It is home to the Masjid al-Haram, which contains the Kaaba, the most sacred site toward which Muslims pray daily. Historically, Mecca has been a major center for trade and pilgrimage for centuries, with the annual Hajj pilgrimage drawing millions of Muslims from around the world.
Medina
Medina, also known as Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah, is a city in western Saudi Arabia and is the second
Mecca
Mecca, located in western Saudi Arabia, is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. Historically, it has been a vital center of trade and pilgrimage long before Islam, and it is home to the Kaaba, which Muslims face during prayer. Today, millions of Muslims visit Mecca annually for the Hajj pilgrimage, a key religious duty.
Medina
Medina, known as “the Radiant City,” is the second holiest city in Islam, located in western Saudi Arabia. It holds immense significance as the burial place of the Prophet Muhammad, who migrated there in 622 CE (the Hijra), marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar. The city’s historic center is dominated by the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), which houses his tomb and has been a major pilgrimage site for centuries.
Riyadh
Riyadh is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia, evolving from a small, walled desert settlement into a modern global metropolis. Its history is deeply tied to the House of Saud, as it was the site of the 1902 capture of the Masmak Fortress by Abdulaziz Al Saud, which led to the unification of the kingdom. Today, Riyadh serves as the country’s political, financial, and administrative center, known for its striking blend of historic landmarks and futuristic architecture.
Kaaba
The Kaaba is a sacred, cube-shaped structure located in the center of the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, considered the most holy site in Islam. According to Islamic tradition, it was originally built by the Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael as a house of monotheistic worship, and it has since been rebuilt several times. Muslims around the world face the Kaaba during their daily prayers, and it is the focal point of the Hajj pilgrimage, which every able Muslim is required to undertake at least once in their lifetime.
Masjid al-Nabawi
Masjid al-Nabawi, located in Medina, Saudi Arabia, is one of the holiest sites in Islam, originally built by the Prophet Muhammad in 622 CE. It served as his home, a community center, and a place of worship, and it houses his tomb beneath the iconic Green Dome. Over centuries, the mosque has undergone numerous expansions, notably by the Umayyads, Ottomans, and the modern Saudi government, now accommodating millions of pilgrims annually.
Masjid al-Haram
Masjid al-Haram, also known as the Grand Mosque, is the holiest site in Islam, located in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It surrounds the Kaaba, the sacred structure toward which Muslims pray, and has been expanded significantly over centuries to accommodate millions of pilgrims. According to Islamic tradition, the mosque’s origins date back to the time of Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael, who are believed to have built the Kaaba as a house of monotheistic worship.
Najd
Najd is a central region of Saudi Arabia, historically known as the heartland of the Arabian Peninsula and the birthplace of the first Saudi state in the 18th century. It is characterized by its arid desert landscape and traditional mud-brick architecture, with the capital city of Riyadh located within its borders. Culturally, Najd is renowned for its role in the rise of the Wahhabi movement and its preservation of Bedouin traditions, including poetry and folk music.
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