Hajj security forces arrested a resident of Myanmar nationality for transporting six residents who violated Hajj regulations and instructions, and attempting to enter them into the holy city of Mecca.

They were referred to the competent authority to apply the prescribed penalties against them.

The Ministry of Interior announced that a fine of up to 100,000 Saudi riyals will be imposed on anyone who transports holders of visit visas, with the aim of delivering them to the holy city of Mecca and the holy sites.

This is effective from the first day of the month of Dhul Qa’dah until the end of the 14th day of the month of Dhul Hijjah, along with the confiscation of the land transport vehicle proven to have been used to transport holders of any type of visit visa.

The Ministry of Interior called on everyone to adhere to the regulations governing this year’s Hajj season (1447 AH) and to cooperate with the competent authorities to ensure the security and safety of the guests of the Most Gracious.

Miqat “Dhul Hulaifa”

On the other hand, the Miqat “Dhul Hulaifa” in Medina is witnessing the arrival of guests of the Most Gracious from various nationalities, accompanied by integrated services and field efforts by the relevant authorities to care for the pilgrims and follow up on their transportation via buses to the Sacred House of God in Mecca, as part of their spiritual journey to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.

The Miqat “Dhul Hulaifa” has witnessed development works under the supervision of the Medina Development Authority, to rehabilitate the mosque and its surroundings and facilities, increase its capacity, and enhance the comprehensive service system targeting pilgrims and Umrah performers passing through the miqat.

Multiple Services

This includes transportation, health, security, awareness and guidance services, preparing the mosque to receive worshippers, and making the miqat an integrated urban center that supports millions of visitors, pilgrims and Umrah performers annually, achieving the goals of the Guests of the Most Gracious Service Program and the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

Today, the Miqat Mosque witnessed crowds of pilgrims from several nationalities, dressed in Ihram, preparing to head to the Sacred House of God in Mecca to perform Umrah rituals at the start of their spiritual journey before performing the Hajj pilgrimage, accompanied by many services newly prepared at the Miqat “Dhul Hulaifa”, including corners providing guidance, awareness, and religious counseling services, to enable the pilgrim and Umrah performer to perform the rituals according to the prophetic guidance.

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. Historically, Mecca has been a vital center for trade and pilgrimage for centuries, and today it is the destination of the Hajj, an annual pilgrimage required of all able Muslims.

Dhul Hulaifa

Dhul Hulaifa, also known as Abyar Ali, is a historic site near Medina, Saudi Arabia, famous as the miqat (designated boundary) where pilgrims begin their Hajj or Umrah by entering the state of Ihram. It is deeply tied to Islamic history, as it was where the Prophet Muhammad stayed and prayed before his Farewell Pilgrimage in 632 CE. Today, the location is marked by a mosque, the Masjid al-Miqat, serving as a key starting point for millions of pilgrims annually.
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Mecca

Mecca, located in modern-day Saudi Arabia, is the holiest city in Islam and the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. Historically, it has been a major center for trade and pilgrimage for centuries, even before Islam, due to its location along ancient caravan routes. Today, it is the destination of the Hajj pilgrimage, a religious duty for all able Muslims, and is home to the sacred Kaaba within the Masjid al-Haram.

Dhul Hulaifa

Dhul Hulaifa, located near Medina in present-day Saudi Arabia, is historically significant as the designated *miqat* (boundary) where pilgrims enter the state of *ihram* for the Hajj or Umrah pilgrimage. It is also known as the place where the Prophet Muhammad stopped and prayed before setting out for the conquest of Mecca. Today, the site features the Masjid al-Miqat (Mosque of the Boundary) and serves as a key starting point for pilgrims traveling from the north.

Sacred House of God

The “Sacred House of God” is a reverent name for the Kaaba in Mecca, Islam’s holiest site. According to Islamic tradition, it was originally built by the Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael as a monotheistic sanctuary. Today, it serves as the focal point for Muslim prayer and is the destination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Miqat Mosque

The Miqat Mosque, also known as Masjid al-Miqat or Abyar Ali Mosque, is located near the city of Medina, Saudi Arabia. It marks the designated boundary (miqat) where pilgrims intending to perform Hajj or Umrah must enter the state of ihram, according to Islamic tradition. Historically, this site is believed to be where the Prophet Muhammad received divine instruction regarding this boundary, and it serves as a key spiritual station for millions of pilgrims each year.

Medina

Medina is a city in western Saudi Arabia, revered as the second holiest site in Islam after Mecca. It is most famous as the final resting place of the Prophet Muhammad, who migrated there in 622 CE (an event known as the Hijra) and established the first Muslim community. The city’s historic Al-Masjid an-Nabawi (the Prophet’s Mosque) remains a major pilgrimage destination for millions of Muslims each year.

Kaaba

The Kaaba is a sacred cube-shaped building located in the center of the Grand Mosque in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and is the holiest site in Islam. According to Islamic tradition, it was originally built by the Prophet Abraham and his son Ishmael, and it has been a focal point for pilgrimage and prayer for centuries. Muslims around the world face the Kaaba during their daily prayers, and it is the destination of the annual Hajj pilgrimage.

Masjid al-Miqat

Masjid al-Miqat, also known as the Mosque of the Miqat, is a significant Islamic site located near the city of Medina, Saudi Arabia. It marks the traditional boundary where pilgrims entering Mecca for Hajj or Umrah must assume the state of Ihram, a sacred ritual state. Historically, this location is associated with the Prophet Muhammad, who designated it as one of the appointed stations for pilgrims, and it has served as a vital spiritual waypoint for centuries.

Kingdom’s Vision 2030

“Kingdom’s Vision 2030” is Saudi Arabia’s ambitious national transformation plan, launched in 2016, aimed at diversifying its economy away from oil dependence and developing public service sectors. The vision includes initiatives like the Neom megacity project and the Red Sea tourism development, with a focus on modernizing society and boosting international investment. It represents a historic shift for the kingdom, seeking to create a vibrant society, a thriving economy, and an ambitious nation.