Public Holiday: Good news for those living in the UAE! There is only one public holiday left in 2025. According to the official UAE Cabinet calendar, the last long holiday of the year, Eid Al-Adha (UAE National Day), is coming soon.
Add informalnewz.com as a Preferred Source
When is UAE National Day 2025?
According to Cabinet Resolution No. 27 (2024), the dates for Eid Al-Adha are:
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Both these days have been officially declared as public holidays.
How many days of leave can be availed?
According to the UAE’s public holiday policy, holidays can be shifted to the beginning or end of the week. This year, there are two possibilities:
First Possibility: 5 Days Off
If Monday, December 1st is also declared a holiday, it could result in a 5-day holiday combined with the weekend.
Second Possibility: 4 Days Off
More likely, the December 3rd holiday will be shifted to Monday, December 1st. This would result in a 4-day holiday combined with the weekend.
How was the holiday last year?
In 2024, the UAE National Day holiday fell on Monday, December 2nd and Tuesday, December 3rd. Combined with the Saturday-Sunday weekend, there was a total of 4 days off. Work resumed on Wednesday, December 4th.
When will the official announcement be made?
The UAE government will announce the exact holiday period closer to the date. Therefore, people will have to wait for the official announcement.
How are holidays determined in the UAE?
Under Cabinet Resolution No. 27 (2024):
Rules and Regulations:
The UAE Cabinet has the authority to shift all public holidays, except for Eid holidays, to the beginning or end of the week.
Local governments can declare additional holidays for their departments on special occasions.
Holidays such as New Year’s Day and National Day are determined according to the Gregorian calendar.
Islamic holidays are determined based on the Hijri calendar and official moon sightings.
Start planning!
Those living in the UAE can start planning for this last long weekend. Whether you want to spend time with family, go on a trip, or relax at home – this is the last major holiday of the year.
Keep an eye on the UAE government website for an official announcement!
Note: This information is based on the official UAE Cabinet calendar and Cabinet Resolution No. 27 (2024). Please await an official announcement for final confirmation.
