The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced an official paid holiday for private sector companies in the United Arab Emirates on the occasion of the new Hijri year 1446 AH.
Islamic New Year Holiday in the UAE
Sunday, July 7, 2024 (Muharram 1), has been declared an official paid holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year. This significant date signifies the start of a fresh lunar year and is observed by Muslims worldwide.
A Similar Move by Oman
Oman has also announced a holiday and a three-day weekend for the public sector to mark the occasion of Islamic New Year. With Friday and Saturday being a typical weekend in the Sultanate, workers will have an extended break from Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7 and return to work on Monday, July 8.
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