The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia has explained that the Nigerian passengers denied entry and subsequently deported to their initial destinations did not fulfill entry conditions and requirements in accordance with the applicable rules and regulations of the Kingdom, saying they submitted incorrect information to obtain a category of visa that does not apply to them, which was discovered on their arrival.
A statement posted on the Saudi Arabian embassy’s X (formerly Twitter) handle on Wednesday to clarify the report concerning the deportation of Nigerians at the point of entry into the Kingdom, further said the Royal Embassy would like to stress the importance of following the procedures and laws enacted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for all visitors.
“Furthermore, all passengers should review all the documents to determine their conformity with the conditions prior to departing from their countries to the Kingdom.”
“This procedure was not limited to Nigerian citizens only, but rather to citizens of other countries,” The statement reads.
