Saudi security officers arrested a total of 21,997 illegal residents and law violars between August 7 and August 13, 2025, according to the Saudi Gazette in a series of nationwide joint inspections. The targeted enforcement operations of the Interior Ministry, carried out in coordination with several government agencies, highlight the state’s ongoing cracks on the residence, border and violation of labor laws.TL; Dr:
- Around 22,000 people were detained in the same week for the residence, border security and violation of labor laws.
- The arrests consisted of illegal residents, cross -border and unauthorized workers, with a significant part of the prisoners of Yemeni and Ethiopian nationality.
Saudi Arabia Warning of stringent punishment, including any illegal entry or residence facility, including jail, heavy fine, and seizure of vehicle or property.
Violation and arrest breakdown
Among those detained, 13,434 violated the residency rules, caught in violation of 4,697 border security laws, and 3,866 were found in violation of labor laws. A significant number of 1,787 persons were arrested, attempting to cross illegally in Saudi Arabia, with majority Ethiopian and Yamani citizens. Meanwhile, 27 suspects were caught while trying to get out of the state illegally.Following his arrest, 18,149 violators were sent to their respective diplomatic missions to facilitate the release of travel documents, and about 3,000 were helped to finalize travel reservation. During this period, Saudi authorities deported over 12,800 violations in their domestic countries. Crackdown was also extended to those who aid violars; 18 people who provided transport, shelter or employment to illegal residents were arrested.
Warning issued
The Interior Ministry issued strict warnings that individuals involved in illegal entry, transportation, or shelters of violations faced harsh punishment, with jail sentence up to 15 years, fines, reach SR1 million, and seizure of vehicles or assets used in these offenses.The public has been urged to cooperate by reporting any violations through the appropriate emergency numbers provided for various regions in the state. This strong enforcement campaign underlines Saudi Arabia’s ongoing commitment to maintain its laws, maintain national security and control illegal residence and labor violations.
Fasting
- 1. How many violations were arrested in Saudi Arabia last week?
A total of 21,997 people were detained for violations of residency, border security and labor law between August 7 and 13, 2025. - 2. Which nationalities created most of the people who were caught illegally crossing the border?
Of the 1,787 border crossrs arrested, 64% were Ethiopian and 35% Yamani National. - 3. In Saudi Arabia, do violars have to face or shelter?
Facilitators inmate the risk of up to 15 years, fines up to SR1 million, and vehicles or assets used in violations. - 4. How is violation in public report?
Residents can report cases by calling 911Maize ,Riyadh And the eastern province, or 999/996 elsewhere in Saudi Arabia.
