The UAE government has declared Friday, June 27, 2025, as a public holiday to mark the beginning of the Islamic New Year, 1 Muharram 1447 AH. The announcement was made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), giving federal government employees a long weekend, with work resuming on Monday, June 30.
For public sector employees: The holiday falls on a Friday, which already marks the weekend for many, effectively creating a three-day break.
For the private sector: A paid holiday for private sector employees, aligning with the public sector holiday.