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Sharjah 24
24-05-2025
- Sharjah 24
KSA: Only Hajj visa holders allowed to perform pilgrimage
Penalties for violations The ministry warned that any individual found in Makkah or surrounding sacred areas between Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1 and Dhu Al-Hijjah 14 without a valid Hajj visa will be fined up to SAR 20,000. Violators will also be deported and banned from re-entering the Kingdom for 10 years. Call for compliance Authorities emphasised the need for full compliance with Hajj regulations to ensure the safety and security of all pilgrims and to allow for the smooth performance of rituals. Reporting violations The public is encouraged to report any Hajj regulation violations by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, or 999 in the rest of the Kingdom.
Leaders
01-05-2025
- Leaders
Interior Ministry Imposes SAR20,000 Fine for Performing Hajj Without Permit
The Saudi Ministry of Interior has announced strict enforcement of Hajj regulations for 1446, imposing a SAR20,000 fine on individuals attempting to perform Hajj without a permit during the period from Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1 to Dhu Al-Hijjah 14. Key highlights include: Who it applies to: All individuals, including visit visa holders, caught entering or remaining in Makkah and its restricted zones (holy sites, central area, Haramain High-Speed Railway in Ar Rusayfah, and security/sorting centers). Additional penalties: Deportation for residents and overstayers performing Hajj unlawfully. 10-year re-entry ban to Saudi Arabia for those deported. Reporting violations: Call 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Region, and 999 elsewhere. This is part of Saudi Arabia's ongoing efforts to ensure safety and order during Hajj. Related Topics : Hajj 2025 Season Begins: Saudi Arabia Welcomes First Pilgrims Saudi Interior Ministry Announces Penalties for Hajj Permit Violations Saudi Arabia to Participate at Triennale Milano's International Exhibition Diriyah Company Boosts Saudi Tourism at Arabian Travel Market Short link : Post Views: 16 Related Stories
Time Out Dubai
25-04-2025
- Time Out Dubai
Astronomers share Shawwal end date prediction: What it means for Eid Al Adha
If you're anything like us, then you're already thinking about when the next public holiday in Dubai is. And astronomers have shared the latest hint indicating how long we could get off for Eid Al Adha. Eid Al Adha is one of the UAE public holidays that relies on the Islamic Hijri calendar, which is determined by cycles of the moon, unlike the more widely used Gregorian calendar, which is based on the sun. Months in the Hijri calendar are all either 29 days long or 30 days long. The exact duration of each month isn't known until the 29th day and depends on whether or not the crescent moon can be seen. As a result of the Hijri calendar, months and occasions shift by around 10 to 12 days every year when compared to the corresponding Gregorian dates. And that means when any Hijri month draws to a close, we get a clearer indication of when the next public holiday begins. Astronomers have shared their latest prediction for the final day of Shawwal. Ibrahim Al-Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomy Society, says that Tuesday April 29 will mark the beginning of the month of Dhu Al-Qi'dah. According to the UAE BARQ, the moon will have already set below the horizon in the UAE and the wider Arabian Peninsula on Sunday April 27. This will then mean that at sunset on Monday April 28, the moon will be 18 hours and 48 minutes old and will set 54 minutes after sunset. This then would mean that Tuesday April 29 is the start of Dhu Al-Qi'dah and Monday April 28 will be the final day of Shawwal. As a result, Shawwal will be a 30-day month in the UAE. This would then mean that, according to current astronomical predictions, the Eid Al Adha holiday would begin on Thursday June 5. In this instance, it would mean that we would get a four-day long weekend, inclusive of weekend dates. Days off in Dubai UAE public holidays 2025: When are all the public holidays this year? The dates to know UAE public holidays law explained: What happens if a day off is on a weekend The law has changed in 2025 Everything you need to know about annual leave in Dubai Know your rights
Zawya
25-04-2025
- Zawya
Ban for non-Haj visa holders to stay in Makkah from April 29 until end of Haj season
RIYADH — The Ministry of Tourism issued directives to impose ban on accommodation for non-Hajj visa holders in Makkah during the Hajj season 2025. The ministry has mandated that from April 29, until the end of the Hajj season, all travel and tourist agencies and accommodation facilities in Makkah must not complete booking or check-in procedures for incoming or resident visa holders, except for those who hold a valid Hajj visa or an official permit for work or residency in Makkah during the Hajj season. This measure aligns with the Ministry of Interior's announced arrangements to ensure pilgrim safety, requiring all other visa holders to leave Makkah starting Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1, corresponding to April 29. All tourist facilities and online booking platforms must fully comply with this mandate for the specified categories to support a safe and organized Hajj. The Ministry of Tourism also emphasized that all hospitality providers in Makkah and online platforms must comply with the Hajj 2025 regulations and cooperate with the authorities. It warned that non-compliance of the regulations will result in legal penalties for both establishments and individuals. © Copyright 2022 The Saudi Gazette. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Saudi Gazette
24-04-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Ban for non-Hajj visa holders to stay in Makkah from April 29 until end of Hajj season
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Tourism issued directives to impose ban on accommodation for non-Hajj visa holders in Makkah during the Hajj season 2025. The ministry has mandated that from April 29, until the end of the Hajj season, all travel and tourist agencies and accommodation facilities in Makkah must not complete booking or check-in procedures for incoming or resident visa holders, except for those who hold a valid Hajj visa or an official permit for work or residency in Makkah during the Hajj season. This measure aligns with the Ministry of Interior's announced arrangements to ensure pilgrim safety, requiring all other visa holders to leave Makkah starting Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1, corresponding to April 29. All tourist facilities and online booking platforms must fully comply with this mandate for the specified categories to support a safe and organized Hajj. The Ministry of Tourism also emphasized that all hospitality providers in Makkah and online platforms must comply with the Hajj 2025 regulations and cooperate with the authorities. It warned that non-compliance of the regulations will result in legal penalties for both establishments and individuals.
