The United Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has warned foreign pilgrims in the country that they would be fined R100,000 Saudi Riyals (N6million) if they stay back after the annual hajj pilgrimage exercise.
The Saudi Arabia Directorate General of Immigration, also warned that pilgrims are not allowed to stay more than the duration permitted by their visas.
A statement from the Directorate also reminded the pilgrims that they were not allowed to work in the country or move beyond the cities of Makkah, Jeddah and Madinah.
Parts of the statement read: “The directorate has warned companies and institutions working in pilgrim services against holding back any information about delays of any pilgrims in departing. If they do so, they will be fined SR 100,000.
“The fine would be multiplied with the number of violations. Saudis and residents should cooperate with security agencies.”
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