The UAE's public and private sector workforce looks forward to a well-earned break at the close of Ramadan. Here is everything employees need to know about the UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025 holiday dates — and how to make the most of the time off.
When Is Eid Al Fitr 2025 in the UAE?
Official Eid dates in the UAE depend on moon-sighting, so they are confirmed only once the crescent is observed. Under Cabinet Resolution No. (27) of 2024, Eid Al Fitr covers Shawwal 1 through Shawwal 3. The holiday runs for three days — or four days if Ramadan completes its full 30 days.
Two Possible Holiday Scenarios
Depending on how many days Ramadan lasts, UAE employees face one of two scenarios:
Scenario 1 — 29-day Ramadan: A four-day holiday begins on Sunday, March 30, running through Wednesday, April 2.
Scenario 2 — 30-day Ramadan: The Eid holiday falls from Monday, March 31 to Wednesday, April 2, giving workers a three-day official break.
The UAE authorities confirm and announce the exact dates ahead of the holiday period following moon-sighting confirmation.
How to Maximize Your Eid Al Fitr 2025 Holiday
The Eid Al Fitr 2025 break is a prime opportunity to plan an extended holiday. With some strategic use of annual leave, employees can turn the official break into a nine-day vacation:
- Four-day holiday scenario: Request annual leave from Monday, March 31 to Wednesday, April 2 alongside the official days to create a prolonged weekend. - Nine-day holiday: Apply for three days of annual leave beginning March 31 through April 2 alongside the official four-day break starting Sunday, March 30.
This approach maximises downtime around the conclusion of Ramadan and gives families enough time to travel or celebrate at home.
