Saudi Public Security has issued a warning that individuals who fail to report a visitor overstaying after the expiration of their visit visa may face a fine of up to 50,000 riyals and a prison sentence of up to six months, according to media reports.
In a statement, Public Security urged citizens and residents to promptly report visit visa holders who remain in the Kingdom beyond their authorised period of stay. Authorities stressed that failing to report such violations constitutes a serious offence that may result in strict legal consequences.
Officials added that if the person responsible for failing to report the overstay is a foreign resident, he or she could also face deportation from Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, the Saudi General Directorate of Passports revealed that administrative committees issued 19,559 decisions during the past month for violations related to residency, labour, and border security laws.
The penalties were imposed on both Saudi citizens and expatriates and included imprisonment, financial fines, and deportation.
Authorities further called on the public to refrain from providing transportation, employment, housing, shelter, or any form of assistance or concealment to individuals who violate residency, labour, or border security regulations, warning that such actions are punishable by law.
Half a million Pakistani professionals moved to Saudi Arabia in 2025
It is mentioned here that more than half a million Pakistani workers and professionals moved to Saudi Arabia in 2025 in pursuit of better job prospects and living standards.
The data shows that 530,256 Pakistanis migrated to various cities across the Kingdom in 2025, compared to 452,562 in 2024, marking a 17 per cent year-on-year increase. This represents an additional 77,694 workers over the previous year.
Saudi Arabia is not only a preferred destination for Pakistanis undertaking religious obligations such as Hajj and Umrah, but it also continues to be a top choice for workers and professionals seeking overseas employment.
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