UAE residents to get six-day public holiday in 2026 for Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha: How to extend it further
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The UAE Cabinet has approved a six-day public holiday in 2026 for Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha, which is expected to fall on May 26 to May 31. Residents can extend their holiday by taking a single day of annual leave on May 25, combining it with the weekends before and after the period.
Arafah Day and Eid Al Adha are significant religious days in the UAE. In 2026, Arafah Day is expected to fall on May 26, followed by Eid Al Adha from May 27 to May 29. The weekend falls on May 30 and 31, giving residents a six-day extended holiday. The exact dates are subject to the moon sighting. The holiday coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage, which takes place from May 25 to June 30, 2026. Residents can extend their holiday by taking a single day of annual leave on May 25.
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