JEDDAH: The General Directorate of Passports announced on Monday that up till now, the number of guests of Allah coming from abroad has reached 1,735,391.
Maj. Gen. Sulaiman Al-Yahya explained during a press conference held in Jeddah that the number of pilgrims coming by air was 1,631,979; 88,585 by land; and 14,585 by sea. He said that the Saudi leadership was keen on facilitating the entrance of pilgrims by land, sea and air.
He added that the directorate has set up a plan to process pilgrims on their arrival and is using advanced technical devices to ensure speed and accuracy in the arrival procedures of every pilgrim.
He pointed out that special administrative committees were formed and are currently located at the entrances of Makkah, notably in Ash Shimaisi, Taniim, Bouhaita and Karr.
“The directorate is also getting ready for the second phase of Hajj in the coming days regarding the departure of the guests of Allah and their safe return to their homeland.”
He also called upon foreign pilgrims not to overstay their Hajj visa so they will not be detained, interrogated or punished.
1,735,391 Hajj pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia
1,735,391 Hajj pilgrims arrived in Saudi Arabia
Q3 sees 370,000 private inspections
RIYADH: The Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development conducted more than 370,000 inspections of private sector establishments in the third quarter of 2025.
The inspections were aimed at regulating the labor market, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and implementing Saudization policies, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance operational efficiency.
During these inspections, 52,000 warnings were issued for non-serious violations, while legal action was taken on 116,868 serious violations, including issues related to workers’ rights, Saudization requirements, and occupational safety and health compliance.
Over 60,000 establishments completed the self-assessment service to evaluate their compliance and take corrective measures. Additionally, 3,497 establishments were certified for their integration of persons with disabilities.
The ministry employs integrated tools to monitor compliance, emphasizing the importance of inspections in its operational framework.
