Hajj 2025

The ‘Nusuk Care’ initiative delivered over 845,000 direct services, including healthcare, psychological and language support

According to GASTAT, 1.5 million pilgrims arrived from outside the kingdom through various entry points for Hajj

Saudi is combining tradition with innovation to ensure a spiritually enriching and smooth experience for all

These efforts reflect the wise leadership’s directives and align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to facilitate Hajj rituals

The Ministry of Interior announced that Hajj Security Forces had apprehended five residents and nine citizens at the entrances to Makkah for violating Hajj regulations

The country is leveraging the latest in digital innovation to improve the pilgrimage experience for millions of visitors each year

The ministry also emphasised on the importance of complying with Hajj regulations

The penalties apply specifically to visit visa holders, while residents found violating Hajj regulations risk deportation and a 10-year ban from re-entering the kingdom

The ministry emphasised that penalties will increase based on the number of violating individuals accommodated, sheltered, or assisted

The Labour Law allows employees to take paid leave to perform Hajj once during their period of service