We’re officially declaring 2024 to be our year of R and R. With some strategic planning, you can maximize your OOO to transform short public holidays into much-needed extended breaks.
In the UAE, labour laws grant at least 24 days of annual leave. Factoring in your annual leave around the UAE holiday calendar 2024, you can unlock the secret to squeezing out a few extra days from each break.
These are the exact dates you need to book off work to maximize your annual leave in 2024.
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UAE holiday calendar 2024 – all the public holidays:
- Monday April 8: Eid al Fitr holiday
- Tuesday April 9: Eid al Fitr holiday
- Wednesday April 10: Eid al Fitr
- Thursday April 11: Eid al Fitr holiday
- Friday April 12: Eid al Fitr holiday
- Saturday June 15: Arafat Day
- Sunday June 16: Eid al Adha
- Monday June 17: Eid al Adha holiday
- Tuesday June 18: Eid al Adha holiday
- Sunday July 7: Islamic New Year – The Hijri New Year, also known as Islamic New Year or Arabic New Year, marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar year and is predicted to fall on Sunday July 7, 2024.
- Sunday September 15: Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday
- Sunday December 1-3: Commemoration Day and National Day holiday – the UAE private sector and public sector will enjoy a four-day break.
Dates are subject to change, keep an eye out on this page for relevant updates and announcements about UAE public holidays in 2024.
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UAE holiday calendar 2024: When should I book my annual leave in 2024?
Here are the absolute best dates to book your holidays next year:
Get 11 days off for Eid Al Fitr (Book off: April 4 and 5 or 15 and 16)
- The UAE government has confirmed that Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3 will be a public holiday.
- The last day of Ramadan, Monday April 8 will be off, and Eid Al Fitr is predicted to start on Tuesday, April 9 and last until Friday, April 12.
- Add on two annual leave days (either side) for a triumphant 11-day break. Victory is yours.
Get 9 days off for Eid Al Adha (Book off: June 20 and 21)
- Dependent on the moon’s sightings, but anticipated for June 16 to June 19.
- Secure nine days by booking off June 20-21 after sacrificing two annual leave days. Holiday magic unlocked.
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Get 4 days off for Hijri New Year (Book off: July 5 and 8)
- Hijri New Year is anticipated on Sunday, July 7
- Elevate it to a four-day weekend by leveraging two annual leave days. Enjoy the extra breathing space.
Get 4 days off for Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday (Book off: September 13 and 16)
- Sunday, September 15, the predicted date.
- By taking Friday and Monday off, you get a four-day weekend celebration.
Get 9 days off for National Day (Book off: December 3-5)
- National Day 2024 will fall on Monday, December 2, extending to Tuesday, December 3.
- Expand it into a nine-day holiday by adding three well-timed leave days. Your year-end escape plan, complete.
Remember that the UAE holiday calendar 2024 is subject to change. Stay tuned for updates as exact dates are to be confirmed.