Pakistan has issued a strict advisory to its citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia for Hajj pilgrimage, warning them against begging, unauthorised collection of money and violations of Saudi visa rules.The Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia has warned Pakistani nationals not to beg during their stay during upcoming Umrah. The Pakistani Embassy in Saudi Arabia shared an AI-generated video on its X account with the caption ‘Important Message for All Umrah Pilgrims and Workers Coming from Pakistan’. The AI video depicts a man being arrested by Saudi authorities and taken to jail. The video accompanies an audio message that warns about the consequences of breaking local laws.The embassy said Saudi authorities have adopted a zero-tolerance approach towards begging and unauthorised solicitation, particularly around the holy sites in Mecca and Medina.
پاکستان سے انے والے تمام عمرہ زائرین اور ورکرز کے نام اہم پیغام pic.twitter.com/BzOScR3lFP
— Pakistan Embassy Saudi Arabia (@PakinSaudiArab) August 16, 2026
The strict advisory to citizens travelling to Saudi Arabia for pilgrimage warns against begging, unauthorised collection of money and violations of Saudi visa rules. The message warns that violations could result in arrest, detention and deportation.The embassy’s message comes amid concerns over incidents involving Pakistani citizens begging in Saudi Arabia. The embassy emphasised that visitors should remain mindful of their conduct and avoid actions that could lead to legal consequences. The warning comes amid repeated reports of Pakistani nationals being detained for allegedly begging in Saudi Arabia. In June 2026, reports emerged of Pakistani citizens being apprehended in Riyadh over such activities. Visitors from Pakistan have been advised not to provide or use unauthorised local services and to ensure that any financial collection or assistance is carried out through legal channels.
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