MADINAH: Malaysians holding umrah or tourist visas are strongly advised to leave Mecca before the haj season begins to avoid facing strict action by the government of Saudi Arabia.
Consul-General of Malaysia in Jeddah, Roslan Sharif said individuals who defy the regulations and perform the haj without valid permits risk detention, deportation, fines, and blacklisting, including fines of up to RM20,000 per person.
