New Visa Regulations to Enhance Hajj Pilgrim Accommodation

The move is expected to facilitate the accommodation of millions of pilgrims and workers during the Hajj season.

The ministry has also introduced stricter regulations to prevent the unauthorized sale of seasonal work visas.

Companies or organizations found selling these visas will face a substantial fine of up to 50,000 riyals and risk being blacklisted for Hajj and Umrah services for up to five years.

Earlier this month, the Saudi government approved organizational regulations for temporary labor visas.

The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources said the step would provide high flexibility to the private sector to make use of the temporary visas according to its needs and labor market requirements, making the job market more attractive.