MOI: more than 10,700 violators apprehended across Kingdom in a week (opens original article in a new tab)

The Saudi Ministry of Interior reported over 10,700 violators apprehended in a week, including those violating residency, labor, and border security laws, with specific numbers for different types of violations and penalties for facilitators.

• More than 10,700 violators were apprehended across the Kingdom in a week
• 1,418 individuals were apprehended attempting illegal entry, with 55% Ethiopian and 43% Yemeni
• 14,268 violators were referred to obtain travel documents and 7,989 deported
• Facilitating illegal entry or transportation can result in up to 15 years in prison and a SR1 million fine