Saudi Arabia warns against fake Haj advertisements

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia‘s General Directorate of Public Security has issued a warning to citizens and residents to avoid fraudulent Haj-related social media advertisements.

In a statement on Saturday, May 11, the directorate said that the deceptive ads falsely offer



Haj services like performing rituals, distributing Adahi, selling bracelets, and providing transportation, promoted by unknown individuals and entities.

It emphasized that severe penalties will be imposed on individuals apprehended for engaging in such fraudulent activities.