Federal government employees in the United Arab Emirates will observe a four-day holiday in celebration of Eid Al Adha. According to the announcement by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), the break will begin on Thursday, 5th June 2025, coinciding with Arafat Day, and will extend through to Sunday, 8th June 2025. Work is scheduled to resume on Monday, 9th June.
This period corresponds with the Islamic calendar dates of 9th to 12th Dhu al-Hijjah, 1446 AH. An official circular was issued to all ministries and federal departments, ensuring that the holiday is implemented uniformly across government institutions.
Eid Al Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar. It commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God’s command and is traditionally marked by communal prayers, charitable acts, and festive gatherings with family and friends.
