The government has urged Bangladeshi pilgrims to obtain Hajj permits only through official channels.
The call came after Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah advised pilgrims to secure Hajj permits through officially approved procedures and comply with all Hajj-related rules and instructions to ensure smooth service delivery, according to a PID handout issued on Friday.
The Saudi ministry said the Hajj visa is the only valid visa that allows a person to perform Hajj.
It also said the permit process must be completed through official channels in line with approved procedures to ensure an organised journey from arrival to completion of the rituals.
According to the ministry, compliance with permit requirements enables pilgrims to fully benefit from services provided at the holy sites and strengthens safety through an integrated system for crowd management and organised movement.
It also warned pilgrims against dealing with unofficial channels or fake offers promising unauthorised permits or visas.
Such activities may prevent pilgrims from performing Hajj rituals and could expose them to legal action, it said.
The ministry stressed that obtaining Hajj permits through official channels helps ensure a smooth pilgrimage experience and guarantees access to services in a safe and organised environment.