UAE Holiday Calendar 2025
The UAE government has announced the official holiday calendar for 2025, as published in the official gazette on May 15, 2024. These holidays will be effective from January 1, 2025.
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With just one long weekend left this year, in celebration of the UAE’s 53rd National Day on December 2 and 3 (Monday and Tuesday), residents are eager to plan for the upcoming year.
Official Holidays for 2025
According to the legislation passed by the UAE cabinet, both the public and private sectors will observe the following holidays:
- Gregorian New Year: January 1 (One day)
- Eid Al Fitr: Shawwal 1 to 3 (Three days)
- Arafa Day: Thu Al-Hijjah 9 (One day)
- Eid Al Adha: Thu Al-Hijjah 10 to 12 (Three days)
- Hijri New Year: Muharram 1 (One day)
- Prophet’s Birthday: Rabi’ Al Awal 12 (One day)
- National Day: December 2-3 (Two days)
If Ramadan completes 30 days, the 30th day will be considered an official holiday added to the Eid Al Fitr break.
Transfer of Official Holidays
Apart from the Eid holidays, the Cabinet has the authority to transfer any public holidays to the beginning or end of the week, as outlined in the new legislation.
Additional Local Holidays
Local governments may also establish additional public holidays for their own departments and corporations based on specific occasions or other reasons not covered by the national resolution.
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Importance of Understanding UAE Public Holidays
Understanding the UAE’s public holidays is essential for effective planning and compliance with labor laws. These holidays hold significant cultural and religious importance and are celebrated across the nation.
Key Islamic holidays, such as Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha, are determined by moon sightings, which can lead to variations in exact dates. This unpredictability adds excitement to holiday planning.
These holidays are integral to the UAE’s cultural identity and heritage, reflecting the nation’s values and traditions.
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