Enjoying Eid Al Adha in UAE: Key Timings and Services for the Long Weekend
Planning Your Activities? Here’s What You Need to Know:
1. Visa Services in Dubai
Need visa services during Eid? Opt for online transactions via the Dubai Now app or GDRFA website. Some GDRFA centers will remain open, including:
- GDRFA at DXB (Terminal 3’s Arrivals Hall): Open 24/7
- Al Aweer Customer Happiness Centre: 6am to 10pm daily
2. Public Parks in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah
Take a leisurely stroll in these parks:
- Dubai: Various parks from 8am to midnight; Mushrif Park mountain bike track and trail from 6am to 7pm.
- Abu Dhabi: Parks from 8am to midnight in Al Ain City and Al Dhafra region.
- Sharjah: National Park and Rolla Park from 9am to 11pm; neighborhood parks from 4pm to 10pm.
3. Vehicle Inspection Centers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ajman
Ensure your vehicle is road-ready:
- Dubai: RTA centers closed during Eid, except for specific services from June 18.
- Abu Dhabi: Most Adnoc VICs closed during holidays, with some exceptions.
- Ajman: Transport Authority offices closed on June 16-17, with inspection services available on specific dates.
4. Public Transport
Traveling by public transport? Here are the timings:
- Dubai Metro: Operating from 5am until 1am (next day) on June 14-15; 8am – 1am on June 16; and 5am to 1am (next day) from June 17-21.
- Abu Dhabi: Public bus services available from 6am to 11pm daily.
- Sharjah: Over 1,100 bus trips daily on 12 lines during Eid, with passenger transport between cities operating from 3.45am to 12.30am (next day).
Enjoy the Long Weekend with These Convenient Services and Timings!