Kuala lumpur: The Tiada Visa, Tiada Haji (No Visa, No Haj) compliance campaign has been launched to safeguard the welfare, safety, and well-being of pilgrims, curb fraud, and ensure compliance with the regulations set by the Saudi government. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs), Datuk Dr Zulkifli Hasan, announced the campaign's implementation as a response to the Saudi government's call for a similar approach.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the campaign aims to benefit all pilgrims and enhance the safety of the entire Muslim community by preventing fraud and scams that harm Muslims in Malaysia. Dr. Zulkifli emphasized the importance of ensuring that haj arrangements and management are well-organized and meet the expectations of pilgrims. He discussed these initiatives with reporters following a monthly agency gathering at the Prime Minister's Department (Religious Affairs).
The campaign aligns with the Muzakarah Haji's ruling on complying with haj visa regulations. Dr. Zulkifli reported that the 1447H/2026M haj season has proceeded smoothly, with efficient management and flight operations, highlighting Tabung Haji's (TH) commitment to prioritizing public safety as a primary mission.
Dr. Zulkifli stressed that only pilgrims with valid visas would be permitted to perform haj, ensuring their welfare throughout their stay in the Holy Land. He urged Malaysians not to perform haj independently to avoid facing issues like health problems without the support provided through official channels.
He further warned that using any visa other than a haj visa, such as tourist, business, work, or umrah visas, for performing haj is an offence under Saudi law. Entry into Makkah for haj is only allowed with a valid haj visa or official documents like an Iqamah or work permit in the Holy Land area.
Dr. Zulkifli outlined the penalties for non-compliance, including fines of up to SR100,000 (RM105,377) for individuals breaking the rules, and possible jail terms of up to six months and fines of up to SR50,000 (RM52,698) for those assisting or transporting pilgrims without valid visas.