The holy month of Ramadan concludes with Eid Al Fitr, one of the most important holidays for Muslims. If you’ve been waiting for clarity on upcoming days off, the Eid Al Fitr holiday dates 2026 have now been officially confirmed for both the public and private sector in the UAE.
The UAE Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) have announced the official schedule.
For federal government employees in the UAE, the Eid Al Fitr holiday dates 2026 are:
- The break will last from Thursday, March 19 to Sunday, March 22
- Work resumes on Monday, March 23
For private sector employees, the schedule is as follows:
- Holiday dates from Thursday, March 19 to Saturday, March 21
- Possible extension: if Ramadan lasts 30 days, the holiday will extend to Sunday, March 22
- Work resumes on Monday, March 23
This means public sector employees will receive four days off, while private sector employees will have three or four days off, depending on the length of Ramadan.
With Eid Al Fitr holiday dates 2026 now clear, residents can start planning their time, whether that means family gatherings, travel, or simply a well-earned pause. If you like to plan ahead, check out the full Islamic calendar for other important dates in 2026 to see what else is coming up.
