The exact start date of Shawwal will be determined by the UAE’s moon-sighting committee
The UAE government has officially confirmed that public sector workers will receive a three-day holiday to celebrate Eid Al Fitr.
This announcement was made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources on Monday, granting employees paid leave for the first three days of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar, which follows the month of Ramadan.
Eid Al Fitr holiday details for UAE public sector workers
In line with tradition, UAE public sector workers will enjoy a well-deserved break as they mark the end of Ramadan and welcome Eid Al Fitr.
The official holiday will begin with the first three days of Shawwal, a month that follows Ramadan in the Islamic lunar calendar.
The exact start date of Shawwal will be determined by the UAE’s moon-sighting committee, which monitors the sighting of the moon in the final days of Ramadan.
As the Islamic calendar follows lunar cycles, each month lasts either 29 or 30 days, meaning the start of Shawwal could fall on Sunday, 30 March or Monday, 31 March, depending on the moon’s sighting.
When will Eid Al Fitr be celebrated?
Eid Al Fitr, a significant Islamic holiday, marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting and reflection for Muslims worldwide.
The exact date of Eid Al Fitr is contingent upon the moon-sighting committee’s official announcement, but it will likely fall on one of the last days of March 2025.
The holiday is one of joy, unity, and celebration, as families and communities come together to mark the end of Ramadan.
For UAE public sector employees, this holiday provides an opportunity to celebrate Eid Al Fitr with family and friends.
It is important for workers to stay informed about the final determination of Shawwal’s start date, which will be officially confirmed closer to the end of Ramadan.
In addition to the holiday announcement, many private sector companies are also expected to announce their Eid Al Fitr breaks, aligning with the public sector’s schedule or determining their own based on their operational needs.
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