• Respect the country's laws and regulations.

• All travelers coming to or leaving the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia must comply with the customs procedures announced on the website of the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority: (https://www.zatca.gov.sa).

• Keep your passport, official documents, travel tickets, and personal belongings in a safe place.

• In case of any trouble, seek assistance from the consulate in the host country.

• Declare financial amounts, jewelry, or valuable items worth 60,000 Saudi Riyals or more upon entry and exit to the customs officer.

• Non-Muslims are not allowed to enter the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, as they are restricted areas for Muslims only.

• Saudi authorities impose strict laws and severe penalties regarding the possession, use, import, or trafficking of prohibited substances, such as all types of weapons, alcoholic beverages, any drugs, or materials contrary to Islamic teachings.

• Travelers must declare the medications they have upon arrival at the border crossing and provide them with translated prescriptions in Arabic.

• It is advised not to take pictures of inappropriate scenes and share them, especially in the holy cities of Mecca and Medina.

Tips and guidance for citizens of Qatar wishing to travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:

Please adhere to the following points when traveling to the Kingdom:

• Ensure the validity of your passport before entering Saudi territories.

• Inform the consulate of any loss of personal documents.

• Contact the responsible authorities at the consulate and in the Kingdom in case of any emergency.

• Download the "Nusuk" application and register through it to book Umrah appointments in the Holy Mosque, and visit the Rawdah Sharif in the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.

• You can benefit from the "Mawid" application, which provides the latest health recommendations and allows users to book and manage appointments at healthcare centers in emergency cases.

• Ensure to wear a mask while performing Umrah and Hajj rituals and visiting the Prophet's Mosque, as well as in crowded places in general.