Saudi Arabia has announced fines and deportation rules for expat sponsors over visa expiration,
The Ministry of Interior stressed that a fine of up to SR50,000 ($13,300), imprisonment for up to six months, and deportation if the offender is an expatriate will be imposed on any sponsor who fails to report the departure of those they sponsored by the expiration date of the entry visa.
The ministry also emphasised the importance of adhering to the Kingdom’s official Hajj and Umrah guidelines and instructions.