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Hefty Fines for People Entering Haram in Makkah or Performing Umrah without a Valid Permit
Apr 09, 2021
The Saudi Arabian Interior Ministry has warned hefty fines will be slapped on those who enter Haram in Makkah or perform Umrah without a valid permit during the month of Ramadan.
The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reports anyone caught while entering Makkah to perform Umrah without a permit will face a fine of up to a SR10,000.
An Interior Ministry source says the new regulations will be in force until the end of the Coronavirus pandemic.
The ministry has called upon citizens and expatriates to abide by the directives to obtain a permit for the performance of Umrah and salaah at the Haram through the Eatmarna application.