The UAE government has officially confirmed the Eid Al Fitr holiday schedule for public sector employees in 2025, providing clarity for workers planning their celebrations.
Holiday Schedule Confirmed
According to the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources, the official holiday will commence on Shawwal 1 and continue until Shawwal 3, 1446 AH, as per the Islamic calendar. Government employees will return to work on Shawwal 4.
The exact dates in the Gregorian calendar depend on the moon sighting scheduled for 29 March. Islamic months typically span either 29 or 30 days, with Eid Al Fitr marking the conclusion of Ramadan.
Potential Holiday Scenarios
Two scenarios are possible depending on the moon sighting results:
Scenario 1: If the crescent moon is visible on 29 March, Eid Al Fitr will fall on Sunday, 30 March. This would give government workers a three-day holiday until 1 April, effectively creating a four-day break from 29 March to 1 April (as Saturday is already a weekend for most UAE employees).
Scenario 2: If the moon remains unseen on 29 March and Ramadan extends to 30 days, the first day of Shawwal will be Monday, 31 March. This would result in Eid holidays from 31 March to 2 April. Combined with the weekend, this creates a five-day break spanning from 29 March to 2 April.
Additionally, if Ramadan completes a full 30 days, then Sunday (30 March) will automatically become an official holiday added to the Eid celebration period.
Key Takeaway
UAE public sector employees can expect either a four or five-day holiday period for Eid Al Fitr 2025, depending on the moon sighting results on 29 March. Planning ahead for either scenario will help families make the most of this important celebration.
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