When is Hijri New Year 2024? Holiday dates announced for UAE, Oman

MoHRE has, hence, declared July 7 a paid public holiday for private sector employees in the UAE.

The decision, announced on Tuesday, aligns with the occasion of Hijri New Year, which falls on Muharram 1 of the Islamic calendar, marking the start of the new Hijri year 1446 AH.

Hijri New Year in Oman

This move mirrors similar decisions in neighbouring countries such as Oman, where both public and private sector employees will also enjoy a holiday on July 7.

This holiday results in an extended break for government employees and those in private sector companies operating on a 5-day work-week, as Oman observes a Sunday to Thursday work week.

Holiday dates for 2024

Looking ahead, UAE residents can anticipate a few more holidays before the year concludes. These include celebrations for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)’s birthday and National Day, both offering extended weekends, as per the official list of holidays for 2024 released by the country’s Cabinet.

#UAE_Cabinet approves official holidays calendar for government and private sectors for year 2024 pic.twitter.com/HHtIQawNy8

— UAEGOV (@UAEmediaoffice) November 21, 2023

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