4,700 violations in Makkah hospitality checks

The Saudi tourism ministry’s oversight teams have already carried out over 4,500 inspection tours of hospitality facilities in Makkah. (AFP)
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Updated 08 June 2024
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4,700 violations in Makkah hospitality checks

RIYADH: The Ministry of Tourism announced it will increase its monitoring and inspection of various tourist hospitality facilities in Makkah, including hotels and serviced apartments.

The goal is to enhance the quality of services provided to pilgrims during this year’s Hajj season. The inspections are being conducted under the guidance and supervision of Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb.

Coinciding with this year’s Hajj season, the ministry’s oversight teams have already carried out over 4,500 inspection tours of hospitality facilities in Makkah, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

During the inspections, they identified over 4,700 violations, most of which were related to low cleanliness and maintenance standards, and activities carried out without the necessary licenses.

The inspection tours are part of the ministry’s active efforts to provide the best services and facilities for pilgrims performing Hajj.

The ministry also encourages pilgrims to submit inquiries and feedback about the services through its official social media channels or by contacting the unified center at 930.


KSrelief’s efforts alleviate suffering worldwide

Updated 22 December 2025
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KSrelief’s efforts alleviate suffering worldwide

  • Among the Kingdom’s most notable humanitarian achievements is the Saudi Separation of Conjoined Twins Program, launched in 1990, which has gained regional and international recognition for its excellence

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia continues to consolidate its leading role in international humanitarian work, embodying the values of generosity and human solidarity through wide-ranging relief efforts across the globe. 
Since its inception, the Kingdom has provided more than $142 billion in humanitarian, development, and charitable assistance and implemented 8,457 projects in 173 countries worldwide.
 The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center was established in 2015, with the aim to boost transparency, impartiality, and professionalism. 
Its work extends beyond the provision of emergency assistance to include empowering affected communities and enhancing their capacity to recover from crises, reflecting the Kingdom’s enduring commitment to sustainable humanitarian impact. 

Among the Kingdom’s most notable humanitarian achievements is the Saudi Separation of Conjoined Twins Program, launched in 1990, which has gained regional and international recognition for its excellence.