The Hajj is an important event for Muslims around the world, and the Saudi authorities are taking strict measures to guarantee the safety of pilgrims during this sacred time. Travelers wishing to enter Makkah for Hajj must obtain an entry permit.
To this end, the Saudi authorities have put in place programs to assist pilgrims during Hajj rituals in complete safety.
New measures for Hajj 2023
Saudi authorities have started implementing new instructions organizing the 2023 Hajj season. Saudi Arabia now requires travelers wishing to enter Makkah to obtain a licence ” competent authorities.
Those who do not have this document will be stopped at security checkpoints and barred from entering Makkah, according to the Saudi Public Security Service report.
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In a statement, the body announced that in accordance with the instructions given for the Hajj, from today, Monday, May 15, 2023 (25 Shawwal 1444), pilgrims without entry permits will be prevented from accessing the holy city.
The reform aims to return all vehicles and travelers who do not present an entry permit issued by the competent authorities, a resident card from Mecca, a Umrah permit or Hajj permit.
Saudi authorities increase vigilance over pilgrims
The Hajj, or the pilgrimage to Mecca, is one of the five pillars of Islam and is considered one of the largest gatherings of people in the world. Every year, millions of Muslims travel to Mecca to perform the sacred ritual.
Saudi authorities are taking strict measures to ensure the safety of pilgrims during sacred rites. They have therefore implemented a number of measures to fight against the spread of COVID-19 for examplesuch as restrictions on the number of people allowed to participate in Hajj and vaccination requirements.
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The measures also include strict security checks at borders, as well as restrictions on pilgrims coming from countries at risk.
The Saudi government has also put in place programs to help pilgrims follow the rituals of Hajj safely, such as guides to help them navigate the holy sites and apps to help them follow the set route.
In addition, Saudi authorities have put in place measures for regular inspections of hotels and restaurants, cleaning programs and measures to combat the spread of infectious diseases.
