Riyadh:In recent inspection campaigns across Saudi Arabia from October 22 to 28, the Ministry of Interior documented 13,357 violations concerning residency, labor, and border security laws. These included 6,880 residency violations, 3,500 border security breaches, and 2,977 labor law infringements.

According to Saudi Press Agency, border authorities apprehended 1,446 individuals for attempting to enter the Kingdom illegally, and 37 people were arrested for attempting to leave illegally. Additionally, 12 individuals were detained for involvement in transporting, sheltering, or employing violators.

Currently, 39,731 expatriates are undergoing procedures to enforce regulations, comprising 37,520 men and 2,211 women. Meanwhile, 21,330 individuals were detained for regulatory violations and directed to contact their respective embassies or consulates for travel documents. Furthermore, 8,647 individuals were advised to arrange travel, and 8,875 were repatriated.

The Ministry of Interior has issued a warning that facilitating illegal entry, transport, or providing shelter can result in severe penalties, including up to 15 years in prison and fines up to SAR1 million. Vehicles and properties used in such activities may also be confiscated. The ministry stressed that these actions are considered major crimes and called on the public to report violations by contacting designated emergency numbers.