Key Takeaways
- Only Hajj visa and Hajj permit holders are permitted to perform Hajj 2026 — all other visa types are explicitly prohibited.
- Violators face a SAR 20,000 fine, deportation from Saudi Arabia, and a 10-year ban on re-entry into the Kingdom.
- Citizens and residents within Saudi Arabia must obtain their Hajj permit through the Nusuk App after completing their booking.
Saudi Arabia’s Interior Ministry has issued a firm clarification ahead of Hajj 2026 — only those holding a valid Hajj visa or an officially issued Hajj permit are authorised to perform the pilgrimage this year.
Any individual attempting to perform Hajj on any other visa type will be in direct violation of Saudi regulations and will face severe consequences.
Visas That Do NOT Permit Hajj
The Interior Ministry explicitly listed the visa types that do not grant permission to perform Hajj under any circumstances:
- Visit Visas — all types
- Transit Visas
- Umrah Visas
- Tourism Visas
Holding any of the above does not entitle the bearer to participate in Hajj rituals. The Ministry’s clarification leaves no room for ambiguity — the only valid authorisation for Hajj is a Hajj visa or an officially issued Hajj permit.
Penalties for Violations
The consequences for attempting to perform Hajj without proper authorisation are severe. Anyone found in violation faces:
- A fine of SAR 20,000
- Deportation from Saudi Arabia
- A 10-year ban on re-entry into the Kingdom
The penalties apply to both those who attempt to enter Makkah for Hajj on an unauthorised visa and those who facilitate such violations.
How to Obtain a Hajj Permit Within the Kingdom
For Saudi citizens and residents already inside the Kingdom, Hajj permits are issued through the Nusuk App upon completing the Hajj booking process. Pilgrims within Saudi Arabia are required to secure their permit through this platform before attempting to travel to Makkah for Hajj.
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