In a statement issued on Monday, the ministry said any foreign national who fails to leave Saudi Arabia before the expiry of their visa will be dealt with under the kingdom’s immigration laws.

The ministry said violators could face a fine of up to 50,000 Saudi riyals, imprisonment for up to six months, followed by deportation from the country.

It stressed that Saudi Arabia is strictly enforcing its residency, labour and border security regulations, adding that violations of these laws will not be tolerated.

The ministry urged all foreign residents and visitors to monitor the validity of their visas, leave the kingdom before their permits expire and comply fully with Saudi laws to avoid legal action and penalties.

It also encouraged the public to report immigration, residency and border-related violations.

Reports can be made by calling 911 in Makkah, Madinah, Riyadh and the Eastern Province, while 999 should be used in all other regions of the kingdom.