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  • New visa restrictions implemented

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Saudi Arabia Restricts Children from 2025 Hajj Pilgrimage

In 2025, Saudi Arabia will prohibit children from attending Hajj, prioritizing safety. The focus is on first-time pilgrims, improving infrastructure, and revising visa policies for 14 countries to curb unauthorized Hajj entries.

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      In a major announcement, Saudi Arabia has declared that children will not be allowed to accompany pilgrims for the Hajj pilgrimage in 2025. This decision, outlined by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, aims to protect children from the significant overcrowding risks typically associated with the annual pilgrimage.

      The ministry emphasized that this measure prioritizes the safety and well-being of children, aiming to shield them from potential harm amidst the dense gathering of pilgrims.

      In addition to this decision, Saudi Arabia has committed to prioritizing first-time pilgrims for this year's Hajj. A host of safety enhancements have been introduced, including safety awareness campaigns, the implementation of modern intelligent systems designed to streamline the flow of pilgrims within sacred areas, and significant infrastructure upgrades such as modernized tent camps and pedestrian pathways.

      Registration for the 2025 Hajj season, which is anticipated to run from June 4th to 6th, contingent on lunar observations, has officially commenced. Saudi citizens have the option to register via the Nusuk app or through the official online portal.

      In a related development, Saudi Arabia is also revising its visa policies starting on February 1, 2025. This change restricts travellers from 14 countries to single-entry visas, a move designed to curb unauthorized Hajj participation by those entering on elongated visit visas.

      Those affected by the new visa restrictions are from Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Sudan, Tunisia, and Yemen. Consequently, one-year multiple-entry visas for tourism, business, and family visits are suspended for these nations. The new rule allows only single-entry visas, with a 30-day validity and maximum stay.

      However, the new visa changes do not affect Hajj, Umrah, diplomatic, or residency visas. The Saudi government has pointed out that this decision stems from concerns regarding the misuse of multiple-entry visas, with instances of travellers overstaying to work or partake in Hajj without appropriate permissions.

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