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Saudi warns pilgrims to avoid fake Hajj permits and unauthorised visa offers
International
Published on 7 May 2026
Only the Hajj visa is legally recognized
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has issued a warning to pilgrims, urging them to obtain official Hajj permits only through authorized channels. The ministry says the Hajj visa is the only legally recognized option and that permits secured through approved procedures help ensure smoother travel, access to services, and safer entry to holy sites.
- Pilgrims are urged to use only authorized channels for Hajj permits
- Saudi says only the Hajj visa is legally recognized
- Fake permits and unauthorized offers can disrupt travel plans
- Approved procedures are linked to better access to holy-site services
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