article author: Arab News Sat, 2026-04-18 10: 48 MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has stressed again that only pilgrims holding official permits will be allowed to perform the 2026 Hajj, warning that violators will face penalties. As preparations increase for the annual influx, the ministry has said all pilgrims’ affairs offices and licensed service providers must ensure participants obtain the required authorization and comply fully with approved procedures, reported the Saudi Press Agency. Main category: Saudi Arabia Tags: Saudi Arabia hajj



