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- Saudi Arabia suspends 7 Umrah companies for transport violations
Posted by : Aahil Shaik
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Saudi Arabia suspends 7 Umrah companies for transport violations
Seven Umrah firms have been sanctioned by the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia for violations related to the transportation services they provide to pilgrims. Most Viewed: No Umrah visa for international pilgrims without approved hotel booking
In each case, the violating parties failed to supply transportation in accordance with the conditions specified in the companies' authorized service programs.
Therefore, in order to provide alternative transportation options for the impacted pilgrims, the ministry has put a stop to the operations of the companies that violated the rules and has liquidated their bank guarantees.
The ministry stressed that the goal of these steps is to protect pilgrims' rights and maintain services at acceptable standards. Recommend: Penalty for violating midday work ban in KSA
Reiterating the importance of tight compliance to official rules and contractual commitments, the ministry is part of a larger effort to improve service quality for pilgrims and tourists to the Prophet’s Mosque.
To improve service quality overall and ensure pilgrim happiness throughout their stay in the Kingdom, it highlighted the need for all Umrah firms to fully comply with approved timetables and service norms. See Also: Guide to check vehicle insurance validity online
Saudi Arabia suspends 7 Umrah companies for transport violations