Saudi Arabia Hajj New Law 2025: Saudi Arabia has implemented new strict rules for the Hajj pilgrimage this year, 2025, which can create problems for Muslims around the world.
These rules include conditions such as a ban on children, single-entry visas, and payment in installments, which have affected the old traditions of the Hajj pilgrimage. The Saudi government says that these steps have been taken for crowd control and security reasons, but this may now make it difficult for many pilgrims to go on Hajj.
The Saudi government has banned bringing children along for Hajj pilgrimage from this year. Its purpose is said to be to reduce the crowd and ensure safety. However, this decision has disappointed those families who were dreaming of going on this religious journey with their children.
Single-entry visa
Another important change for Hajj 2025 is the single-entry visa, which the Saudi government has implemented for 14 countries, including India. Its purpose is to prevent unauthorized Hajj pilgrims. With a single-entry visa, travelers will now be allowed to enter Saudi Arabia only once, which can make travel plans even more complicated.
Payment in installments
A new payment system has been introduced for the Haj pilgrimage, under which pilgrims will have to pay in installments. If pilgrims do not pay on time, their journey may be in danger. The new system is intended to make the journey more organized and secure, but it may cause financial difficulties for some pilgrims.
Criticism and support of the new rules
These new rules of Saudi Arabia are also being criticized. Many people are accusing Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of giving priority to revenue over religious duties. The ban on children, single-entry visa and new payment system are being accused of making Hajj difficult. However, some people are also supporting these rules. They say that after more than a thousand deaths due to extreme heat during Hajj in 2024, the Saudi government has implemented these rules so that such a situation can be avoided in future.
Impact on visa-free travel and religious tourism
Saudi Arabia’s strict rules have raised questions about the future of visa-free travel and religious tourism. Many fear that these new rules may inspire other countries to impose strict visa rules as well, which could lead to even more restrictions on international travelers.
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