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GCC Countries Declare Extended Holidays for Eid Al Fitr 2025

Are you planning to stay in the UAE this Eid, or are you thinking of taking a short trip to one of the neighboring GCC countries?

Good news—Eid Al Fitr 2025 is bringing extended holidays across the region! Whether you’re looking forward to a relaxing staycation or a quick getaway, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a roundup of the holiday dates in each GCC country so you can start planning your perfect break.

Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holidays in the UAE

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr holiday schedule for private sector employees in the UAE. The break will begin on Sunday, March 30, and continue until Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

However, if Ramadan completes 30 days, the holiday will be extended to Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

For public sector employees, the Eid break will be observed from 1 to 3 Shawwal 1446 AH, with work resuming on 4 Shawwal. If Ramadan extends to 30 days, the 30th day will also be declared an official holiday.

As always, the final confirmation will come closer to the date, based on the official moon sighting. Stay tuned for updates!

Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holidays in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia is set to enjoy an extended Eid Al Fitr break this year! The official holiday will begin on Sunday, March 30, with work resuming on Thursday, April 3. Since Friday, March 28, and Saturday, March 29 are already weekend days, employees will get a nice long break.

For students, the Eid holiday will start even earlier. As per the Ministry of Education’s academic calendar, schools will close on March 20 and reopen on April 6.

As always, the exact date of Eid Al Fitr will be confirmed closer to the time based on the official moon sighting.

Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holidays in Oman

Oman is set to enjoy a generous break for Eid Al Fitr this year! According to the Oman Observer, the holiday will begin on Sunday, March 30, and continue until Thursday, April 3.

However, with Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5 falling on the weekend, many citizens and residents could enjoy an extended nine-day holiday, starting from the pre-Eid weekend.

As always, the exact dates will be confirmed closer to the time based on the official moon sighting.

Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holidays in Kuwait

Kuwait’s Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced that the official Eid Al Fitr holidays will depend on the first day of Eid.

If Eid falls on Sunday, March 30, the holiday will last for three days (March 30 – April 1), with work resuming on Wednesday, April 2.
If Eid falls on Monday, March 31, the holiday will extend to five days (March 30 – April 3), with work resuming on Sunday, April 6.

As always, the final confirmation will come closer to the time based on the official moon sighting.

Eid Al Fitr 2025 in Qatar

Eid Al Fitr 1446 AH is expected to begin on Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Qatar, according to astronomical calculations by the Qatar Calendar House.

While this date has been predicted based on scientific calculations, the official confirmation will depend on the moon sighting closer to the time. Stay tuned for updates!

What is Eid Al Fitr?

Eid Al Fitr, also known as the “Festival of Breaking the Fast,” is one of the two major Islamic holidays celebrated by Muslims worldwide. It marks the end of Ramadan, the holy month of fasting, prayer, and reflection.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is a sacred time when Muslims fast from dawn to sunset, dedicating themselves to worship, self-discipline, and charitable acts. Fasting is one of the Five Pillars of Islam, which form the foundation of the faith.

Eid Al Fitr is a joyous occasion filled with prayers, feasts, family gatherings, and acts of charity. It is a time of gratitude, unity, and renewal of faith, as Muslims come together to celebrate after a month of spiritual devotion.