Tunis:In a week-long inspection drive conducted across Saudi Arabia from October 8 to 14, the Ministry of Interior identified 13,822 violations related to residency, labor, and border laws. These included 6,547 residency-related violations, 3,896 pertaining to border security, and 3,379 linked to labor laws.
According to Saudi Press Agency, border authorities apprehended 2,021 individuals attempting to enter Saudi Arabia illegally. Additionally, 28 people were detained for attempting to leave the Kingdom unlawfully. Authorities also arrested 24 individuals involved in the transportation, sheltering, and employment of violators.
Currently, 34,834 expatriates, consisting of 32,433 men and 2,401 women, are undergoing regulatory procedures. Among these, 20,190 individuals have been detained for regulation violations and instructed to contact their respective embassies or consulates to obtain necessary travel documents. Furthermore, 6,509 individuals have been advised to arrange travel, and 9,454 have been repatriated.
The Ministry of Interior issued a warning that facilitating illegal entry into the Kingdom, transporting individuals within its territory, or providing shelter or assistance can lead to severe penalties, including up to 15 years in prison and fines of up to SAR1 million. Vehicles and properties used in such activities may also be confiscated. The ministry urged the public to report any violations by contacting 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, or 999 and 996 in other areas of the Kingdom.
