The UAE has officially declared a public sector holiday on Sunday, September 15, to commemorate the birthday of Prophet Mohammed. The Federal Authority of Human Resources issued a circular to ministries and federal entities regarding this holiday for the year 1446 AH.
Observance of the Holiday
This holiday is marked by observance rather than celebration, with festivities kept to a minimum. The public and private sectors in the Emirates have unified holidays since 2019, ensuring that employees in both sectors enjoy the same days off.
Upcoming Private Sector Announcement
An announcement from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regarding the private sector holiday is expected to follow. This will provide clarity on whether private sector employees will also observe the holiday on the same day.
Future Public Holidays
The next public holiday in the UAE will be National Day, which falls on Monday, December 2, and Tuesday, December 3. This holiday allows residents to celebrate the nation’s achievements and heritage while enjoying time off work.