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Public holidays 2026
Private companies follow the federal list and may add a day if a holiday kisses a weekend. Eid dates can shift by a day when the moon is sighted.
- 1 Jan
- New Year’s Day
- 19–22 Mar
- Eid Al Fitr (confirm moon)
- 26 May
- Arafat Day
- 27–29 May
- Eid Al Adha (confirm moon)
- 15 Jun
- Islamic New Year (confirm moon)
- 28 Aug
- Prophet’s Birthday (confirm moon)
- 2–3 Dec
- National Day
- Private companies follow the federal list and may add a day if a holiday kisses a weekend.
- Eid dates can shift by a day when the moon is sighted.
- Do not book non-refundable flights on the first announced Eid evening.
- Metro often runs long hours on big nights.
- Government desks close.
- Malls stay open.
- If you work hospitality or retail, a ‘holiday’ is a peak shift, not a beach day.
Practical notes, not official law. Confirm on ICP, MOHRE, RTA, KHDA and your employer before you act.
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