Eid Al Fitr Holidays in the UAE and GCC Announced
Salat Al Eid Prayer and Official Dates
Special Prayer Shortly After Sunrise
The General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments in the UAE has announced that the special Salat Al Eid prayer will be held shortly after sunrise in each emirate.
Paid Holidays and Eid Al Fitr Date
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has confirmed that the period from Monday, 29 Ramadan 8 April 2024 to 3 Shawwal (or its equivalent in the Gregorian calendar) will be paid holidays for the private sector.
Expected Day of Eid Al Fitr
Eid Al Fitr, the Festival of Breaking the Fast, which signifies the end of Ramadan, is anticipated to fall on Wednesday, April 10, 2024.
Confirmation of Crescent Moon Sighting
The official start of Eid al-Fitr is contingent upon the sighting of the crescent moon, which marks the commencement of Shawwal, the 10th month of the Islamic calendar.
GCC-Wide Eid Al Fitr Holidays
Eid Al Fitr holidays have been officially declared across the GCC, with government departments and authorities disclosing the specific dates and durations of the break.
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