Abu Dhabi, Feb. 23 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Monday, February 23, announced Eid Al-Fitr 2026 holiday dates for private sector employees across the country.

According to an announcement from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), workers will get paid leave from Thursday, March 19, until Saturday, March 21, if Ramzan spans 29 days, or until Sunday, March 22, if Ramzan is 30 days.

The final dates will depend on the sighting of the crescent moon by the UAE moon-sighting committee after sunset on the 29th day of Ramzan.

MoHRE shared the announcement on X in coordination with the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR).

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