Planning for UAE public holidays in 2025 is essential — and after New Year, Eid Al Fitr is the first major celebration on the calendar. Here is everything known about the expected dates and duration of the Eid Al Fitr 2025 public holiday.
How Many Days Off for Eid Al Fitr 2025?
UAE workers can expect at least three days off for Eid Al Fitr 2025. If Ramadan extends to 30 days, an additional day will be added — bringing the total to four days. The memory of 2024's exceptional nine-day break continues to fuel hopes for a similarly long holiday in 2025.
Predicted Dates Based on Astronomical Forecasts
UAE public holidays tied to the Islamic calendar are determined by the moon-sighting committee, whose official announcement is made closer to the celebration. However, astronomers provide early predictions.
Based on astronomical calculations, Ramadan 2025 is expected to begin on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
- If Ramadan lasts 29 days: Eid Al Fitr would fall on Wednesday, March 30, giving a Sunday-to-Tuesday holiday break. - If Ramadan lasts 30 days: Eid Al Fitr would begin on Thursday, March 31, creating a Monday-to-Wednesday holiday.
In 2024, the UAE government declared public holidays from Ramadan 29 through Shawwal 3 — a notably generous window. The 2025 holiday duration is expected to follow a similar structure, though one day shorter if Ramadan is 30 days.
UAE's New Holiday Rule: Weekend Shifts Apply (But Not to Eid)
When the UAE released its 2025 public holiday schedule, a significant new rule was included: from 2025 onwards, if a public holiday falls on a weekend, it is shifted to the nearest weekday. However, this rule does not apply to Eid Al Fitr or Eid Al Adha — those remain tied to the Islamic lunar calendar and are announced by the moon-sighting committee regardless of the day of the week.
When Will the Official Eid Al Fitr 2025 Dates Be Confirmed?
The precise Eid Al Fitr 2025 dates will only be officially confirmed after the Islamic moon-sighting committee observes the Shawwal crescent moon. The announcement is typically made on the final evening of Ramadan. Residents and employees should watch for the official statement before making firm holiday plans.
