Eid Al Fitr is coming up soon, and if you plan wisely, you can turn it into a long, relaxing break. With just two days of annual leave, residents in Bahrain could enjoy a full nine-day holiday. Sounds tempting, right?

Eid Al Fitr will likely start on either Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, 2025. By strategically using your annual leave days, you can extend your holiday from a few days to over a week.

Here’s how:

  • If Eid starts on Sunday and ends on Tuesday, take annual leave on Wednesday and Thursday.
  • If Eid starts on Monday and ends on Wednesday, take annual leave on Sunday and Thursday.

That way, with the weekends included, you’ll get a nine-day break from work!

If you work on Saturdays, you’ll need to take extra leave for those days too. In that case, you’d need four leave days to get the full nine-day holiday.

Many people will be thinking the same thing, so it’s best to book your leave early before your colleagues do. This way, you can secure your well-deserved break without any last-minute stress. So, if you’re dreaming of a long, relaxing Eid holiday, now’s the time to act. Plan ahead, book your leave, and enjoy your extended break in Bahrain!