Seven public holidays have been announced in connection with the Eidul Fitr celebrations. Qatar has announced public holidays for government employees, offering an extended break at the end of Ramadan.
In a statement, the Amiri Diwan confirmed that the holiday for public sector institutions will run from March 17 to March 23, with employees scheduled to resume work on March 24.
The directive applies to ministries, public authorities, and other state-run entities across the country.
Meanwhile, schools are also expected to follow a similar تعطیل schedule, allowing students to benefit from the extended break. This alignment ensures that families can observe the festival together without disruptions to academic routines.
For private sector employees, labour laws generally guarantee at least three days of paid leave for Eidul Fitr. However, some companies may extend holidays to match the public sector schedule, depending on operational requirements.
In addition, the Qatar Central Bank will announce separate holiday timings for banks and financial institutions in the coming days, providing further clarity for the financial sector.
Eidul Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and is widely celebrated with special prayers, family gatherings, charitable giving and travel. As one of the most significant religious occasions in the Islamic calendar, it also sees increased movement within and outside the country.
Astronomical projections suggest that Eidul Fitr is likely to fall around March 20, although the exact date will depend on the official moon sighting.
