2023 is just around the corner, and the anticipation of UAE public holidays. The UAE government has announced that there will be 11 public holidays in the UAE for 2023.
List of official holidays in the government and private sectors for the year 2023
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Sun | New Year’s Day |
| 20 Apr | Thu | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| 21 Apr | Fri | Eid al-Fitr |
| 22 Apr | Sat | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| 23 Apr | Sun | Eid al-Fitr Holiday |
| 27 Jun | Tue | Arafat Day |
| 28 Jun | Wed | Eid al-Adha |
| 29 Jun | Thu | Eid al-Adha Holiday |
| 30 Jun | Fri | Eid al-Adha Holiday |
| 21 Jul | Fri | Islamic New Year |
| 29 Sep | Fri | Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday |
| 1 Dec | Fri | Commemoration Day |
| 2 Dec | Sat | National Day |
| 3 Dec | Sun | National Day Holiday |
The first holiday will be on January 1st, 2023, marking New Year’s Day. This is followed by Prophet Muhammad’s birthday on February 14th and Israa & Miraj’s Night on March 13th. April 13th marks Ramadan Eid Al Fitr, while May 24th celebrates Saudi Arabia’s Unification Day.
On June 11th comes Ramadan Eid Al Adha, followed by Hijri New Year on July 3rd and Arafat Day on July 22nd. The Commemoration Day holiday falls on August 31st, while November 18 brings the National Day of UAE. Christmas is an official public holiday in Dubai, while December 2nd marks Prophet Muhammad’s Accession to Heaven (Ascension).
As we look forward to 2023, filled with festive days off from work or school for citizens, residents, and visitors alike, let us take this opportunity to remind everyone to plan for any travel plans that coincide with these dates to avoid disappointment!
for official confirmation on UAE Public holidays 2023, Visit: https://wam.ae/ar/details/1395303106006
