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Kingdom apprehends 137,889 security violators
During the period from October 1 to 7, 2026, field campaigns across the Kingdom managed to arrest a total of 13,889 individuals violating residency, work, and border security regulations. Among them, 6,785 violated residency laws, 3,710 violated border security regulations, and 3,394 violated labor laws. Additionally, 1,382 individuals attempting to cross the border illegally were detained, of whom 33% were Yemenis, 66% Ethiopians, and 1% from other nationalities. Furthermore, 34 persons trying to travel outside the Kingdom through illegal means were caught. Nearly 18,947 violators were referred to their diplomatic missions to obtain travel documents and approvals, while 10,431 violators were deported. Penalties for violators who facilitate the entry or transfer of illegal individuals, provide shelter or services, can reach up to 15 years in prison and a fine of one million riyals. Measures also include confiscating means of transportation and accommodation, and publicizing violations. The Ministry emphasizes the importance of reporting violations through the designated emergency numbers in different regions.
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