Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:04pm on 17 Aug 2026,Monday International
Pakistan has issued a strict advisory to citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj and Umrah, warning them against begging, unauthorised money collection and violations of Saudi visa rules. The Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia urged pilgrims and workers to follow local laws and visa conditions, warning that violations could lead to arrest, detention and deportation. The embassy also shared an AI-generated video depicting a man being arrested by Saudi authorities. Saudi Arabia has adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards begging and unauthorised solicitation, particularly around Mecca and Medina. Pakistani visitors were advised to use only authorised services, conduct financial assistance through legal channels, avoid overstaying visas and follow permitted activities under their visa categories.
