Inp.polri.go.id - Jakarta. The Ministry of Religious Affairs issued on Wednesday (24/4/2024) a warning against deceptive offers promising Hajj departure without queuing, which were prevalent on social media. 

Hilman Latief, the Director General of Hajj and Umrah, cautioned that many had fallen victim to such schemes, as reported by antaranews.com 

Advertisements on social platforms touted special quotas and expedited visas for a hefty fee, often surpassing regular Hajj travel costs. 

Stressing the necessity of Hajj visas, Hilman urged vigilance against unauthorized visa promises. 

Indonesian Hajj visas, regulated by Law No. 8 of 2019, included quotas for government and special providers. 

Hilman advised scrutiny of departure offers, emphasizing the importance of Hajj visas and warning against unauthorized alternatives.

The queues for Muslims in Indonesia wishing to perform hajj is between 11 to 47 years.

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