Eid holidays confirmed for UAE private sector

Wednesday, 19 March 2025 at 00:14

By ARN News Staff

Eid Al Fitr holidays have been announced for private sector employees in the UAE.

According to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), Sunday, March 30, to Tuesday, April 1 will be a paid holiday for private establishments.

However, the holiday will be extended to Wednesday, April 2, if the first day of Eid falls on Monday, March 31.

The exact conclusion of Ramadan and the start of Eid Al Fitr will depend upon the sighting of the crescent moon.

We announce that from Sunday 30 March to Tuesday 1 April, will be a paid holiday for all private sector employees across the country on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr.

If the month of Ramadan concludes in the 30th day, the holiday will be extended to Wednesday, 2 April 2025.

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— وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) March 18, 2025

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