Saudi Arabia has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday schedule for government and private sector employees across the Kingdom. The holidays’ break will begin on Wednesday, March 18, which corresponds to 29 Ramadan 1447 AH.
According to the announcement, the Eid holidays will continue for four days. Government and private offices will resume normal operations on Sunday, March 22. However, officials clarified that the final confirmation of Eid Al Fitr will depend on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon.
Saudi Arabia confirms four-day Eid holiday
Authorities stated that the holiday schedule applies to both government departments and private sector institutions throughout the Kingdom. Meanwhile, officials advised employees and businesses to follow updates from moon-sighting committees for the official start of Eid.
The announcement comes as Muslims around the world prepare to conclude the holy month of Ramadan. Eid Al Fitr marks the end of fasting and is celebrated with prayers, family gatherings, and community events.
Furthermore, Saudi authorities emphasized that government offices and businesses will reopen immediately after the four-day holiday period. The schedule aims to allow citizens and residents sufficient time to celebrate the religious festival.
UAE announces separate holiday schedule
Meanwhile, the United Arab Emirates has also announced its Eid Al Fitr holiday schedule for federal government institutions and private sector employees.
According to officials, the holiday for federal government entities will begin on Thursday, March 19, 2026, and continue until Sunday, March 22. Government offices will reopen on Monday, March 23.
For private sector employees, the break will run from Thursday, March 19, to Saturday, March 21. However, workers who normally work on Sundays will return to their duties on Sunday, March 22.
Authorities also noted that if Ramadan completes 30 days, the private sector holiday will extend until Sunday, March 22 across the UAE.
