Saudi Arabia warns of 15-year jail, SR1 million fine for aiding border violators

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Interior has issued a stern warning against aiding individuals who violate border security laws. Those found to be facilitating entry, transporting, or harboring such violators face severe penalties, including up to 15 years in prison and a fine of SR1 million. The ministry emphasized that these actions are classified as major crimes, constituting a breach of honor and trust.

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anyone, who facilitates the entry of Border Security Law violators into the Kingdom, transports them within the country, harbors them, or provides them any form of assistance or service, shall be slapped with penalties of up to 15-year imprisonment and a maximum fine of SR1 million.

Beyond imprisonment and fines, offenders will also face the confiscation of any vehicles used for transportation and properties used for sheltering violators. Furthermore, their names will be publicized at their own expense, serving as a public deterrent. This strict enforcement aims to maintain the Kingdom's border integrity and security.

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this offense is classified as a major crime warranting arrest and is considered a breach of honor and trust.

The ministry also called upon the public to actively participate in reporting any violations related to residency, labor, and border security regulations. Citizens can report such offenses by dialing 911 in the Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and Eastern Province regions, or 999 in all other parts of the Kingdom. This collaborative approach underscores the government's commitment to a secure and orderly society.

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report violators of residency, labor, and border security regulations by calling the number 911 in the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province and 999 in all other regions of the Kingdom.