Saudi Arabia introduces new laws for Hajj, Umrah, visit visas

March 13, 2017

Saudi Arabia has introduced new laws for Hajj, Umrah, work permit and visit visas. The new laws will be implemented with immediate effect.

Part of the new law is Heavy punishments and fines have been proposed for those staying after expiry of visas.

25,000 Riyal for over-stay on first time, 50, 000 Riyal on second time and 100, 000 Riyal on third time has been recommended in the new rules recently introduced.

Similarly Umrah companies would also be punished or blacklisted upon violation of new laws and locals who recruits illegal immigrants to receive strict punishment.