15,288 Violators of Residency, Labor, and Border Security Laws Arrested in One Week

Saudi Arabia's security forces apprehended a total of 15,288 individuals for violating residency, border security, and labor laws during a week of intensified inspections. The joint operations, conducted in collaboration with relevant government agencies from June 11 to June 17, targeted illegal residents within the Kingdom.

The arrested individuals included 7,864 violators of the Residency Law, 4,576 of the Border Security Law, and 2,848 of the Labor Law. Among those apprehended attempting to cross the border into the Kingdom, 1,668 people were detained, with Yemeni and Ethiopian nationals forming the largest groups.

In response to these violations, Saudi authorities deported 10,458 illegal residents. Additionally, 15,109 violators were directed to their diplomatic missions to secure necessary travel documents, and 1,979 were referred to finalize their travel arrangements. The crackdown also led to the arrest of 24 individuals for providing transportation, shelter, or employment to undocumented migrants.

The Ministry of Interior issued a stern warning, stating that anyone found facilitating illegal entry, transportation, shelter, or any form of assistance to violators faces penalties of up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to SR1 million. Vehicles and properties used in these activities will also be confiscated. The public is urged to report any violations by calling designated emergency numbers.