Saudi Arabia to enforce Haj entry permits for Makkah-bound residents from April 23

RIYADH, April 19 (Bernama-SPA) -- The General Directorate of Public Security has announced that the implementation of Haj arrangements and procedures will take effect on Wednesday (April 23), requiring all residents intending to enter Makkah to obtain a valid entry permit from the relevant authorities, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.

Individuals without the required entry permit will be denied access at security checkpoints leading to the holy city.