UK urges Hajj pilgrims to leave Saudi Arabia before visa expiry, warns overstaying can lead to heavy fines
The UK government has reminded British pilgrims returning from Hajj to comply with Saudi visa regulations and leave the country within the permitted timeframe.
In a message following the completion of Hajj 2026, the British Embassy in Saudi Arabia congratulated pilgrims on completing the annual Islamic pilgrimage and wished them a safe journey home.
The embassy also warned travellers against overstaying their visas, noting that violations could result in significant financial penalties and other legal complications.
“Make sure you respect your visa conditions and leave Saudi Arabia within the permitted timeframe,” the embassy said in X post.
Officials advised pilgrims to c the latest FCDO travel guidance before departing Saudi Arabia.
The reminder comes as thousands of British Muslims conclude their Hajj journey and begin travelling back to the UK following the end of this year's pilgrimage.
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The embassy also warned travellers against overstaying their visas, noting that violations could result in significant financial penalties and other legal complications.
“Make sure you respect your visa conditions and leave Saudi Arabia within the permitted timeframe,” the embassy said in X post.
Officials advised pilgrims to c the latest FCDO travel guidance before departing Saudi Arabia.
The reminder comes as thousands of British Muslims conclude their Hajj journey and begin travelling back to the UK following the end of this year's pilgrimage.
(This is a top Google Trends topic.)
Catch all LIVE updates on the US-Iran conflict here.
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