Carrying Nusuk ID Cards Obligatory throughout Hajj Season
It has begun a few weeks before the onset of this year's Hajj season.
More than 150,000 such cards have been issued so far.
The card features essential information on the pilgrim such as the locations in the holy cities of Mecca, Medina, and other sacred sites, as well as contact information about the service company.
This facilitates pilgrims' guidance and reduces the risk of going missing.
The card also contains any medical history about the pilgrim's health.
Authorities say carrying the card is obligatory for all pilgrims throughout the Hajj season. Card printing continues until Hajj-linked permits and visas are fully issued.
The cards are printed according to the highest quality and safety standards. Their security features prevent duplication and help verify the pilgrim's legal status.
Overseas pilgrims receive the cards upon arrival in Saudi Arabia, while domestic pilgrims obtain them from service companies before the start of the Hajj season.
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has already set April 29 as the deadline for all foreign pilgrims undertaking the Umrah or minor pilgrimage to leave the country, as the kingdom is stepping up efforts for the Hajj due this year in early June.
The ministry has confirmed that staying beyond this date is deemed an offence that makes the violator liable to legal penalties.
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The warning comes amid concerns about attempts by some foreign visitors to overstay their Umrah visas to illegally perform the Hajj rites in and around the holy city of Mecca.
The ministry has urged individuals and Umrah companies to abide by regulations governing the departure of pilgrims at the specified times.
Source: Gnews
