Hajis warned: Don’t overstay visas

JEDDAH: The Passport Department has urged all foreign pilgrims who came for Haj to leave the Kingdom before the expiry of their Haj visas. “You have been blessed with the opportunity to perform Haj. You are now requested to leave the Kingdom in accordance with departure schedules, as Saudi laws do not allow you to overstay your visas,” the department told pilgrims. The department has deployed a large number of officers at airports, seaports and other border points to facilitate the departure of 1.4 million pilgrims. Foreigners overstaying their Haj and Umrah visas would face punishment in accordance with local laws. Saudis and expatriates have been advised not to employ or shelter overstayers to avoid punitive action.   Arab News