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Saudi Authorities Intensify Crackdown on Residency and Border Violations

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – In a sweeping move against those flouting residency, work, and border security laws, the General Directorate of Passports in Saudi Arabia has wielded its authority with rigor during the month of Sha’ban in 1445 AH.

With a firm hand, the directorate has issued a staggering 17,509 administrative rulings, signifying a robust response to infractions, ranging from imprisonment to hefty fines and even deportation.

Sending a stern message to all, the General Directorate of Passports has called upon facility owners, citizens, and residents alike, to refrain from engaging in any transactions or providing support, whether in the form of employment, transportation, or accommodation, to those found violating regulations.

A plea echoes through the corridors of authority, urging citizens and residents not to harbor or assist violators in circumventing the law, be it in securing employment, housing, or means of transport.

For those willing to collaborate in maintaining the integrity of residency, work, and border security regulations, avenues for reporting have been laid out. Dial 911 in Makkah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Region, or 999 elsewhere in the Kingdom, to play a part in upholding the law and order of the land.

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