UAE Public Holidays – Official Dates & Announcements

UAE PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

UAE PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

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UAE President extends Hijri New Year greetings

Sheikh Mohamed took to X platform to commemorate the auspicious occasion

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

GDRFA announces working hours during Hijri New Year

GDRFA Dubai also highlighted that its digital channels are available 24/7

The Directorate affirmed its commitment to ensuring the continuity of services with efficiency and ease during the holiday period

Ajman announces paid holiday for government employees

UAE earlier announced paid Hijri New Year holiday for both public and private sectors

The Hijri New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar

Oman announces three-day weekend for Hijri New Year

Public sector in Oman to enjoy extended holiday for Islamic New Year

The UAE has declared Friday, June 27, 2025, a one-day paid holiday for the Hijri New Year

UAE announces Hijri New Year holiday for private sector

Human resources ministry says the occasion will be an official paid holiday

The Hijri New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar

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UAE announces Hijri New Year holiday for public sector

The announcement was made by the FAHR.

The UAE will observe a 3-day holiday.

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