Dubai Government Human Resources Department has issued an official circular announcing the Eid Al Fitr holiday for the year 1447 Hijri for employees working in government entities departments and institutions across the emirate of Dubai as part of the official arrangements that regulate working schedules during public holidays The announcement provides clarity for government employees regarding the dates of the holiday while allowing them to plan for the festive period and spend time with their families during one of the most important religious celebrations observed across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Islamic world.

According to the circular released by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department the Eid Al Fitr holiday for government entities will officially begin on Thursday March 19 The decision applies to all departments authorities and institutions affiliated with the Government of Dubai and reflects the standard annual procedures followed by the emirate to regulate official holidays within the government sector ensuring consistency and transparency for employees across different government bodies.

The circular also clarified that government work will resume after the holiday period with employees expected to return to their regular duties starting Monday March 23 2026 This schedule ensures that public services across government entities will continue smoothly following the holiday period while employees benefit from the designated break that coincides with the Eid celebrations and the official weekend in Dubai.

Issuing the circular in advance forms part of Dubai Government’s broader approach to organizing the work environment within government institutions and ensuring employees have clear information about official holidays The policy helps government workers plan their travel family gatherings and personal commitments while maintaining operational readiness within public sector organizations throughout the emirate.

The announcement of the Eid Al Fitr holiday by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department also reflects the emirate’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a balanced and well structured workplace environment within government institutions Through clear administrative guidelines and organized scheduling Dubai continues to implement modern human resources policies that support employee wellbeing while ensuring the continuity and efficiency of government operations across all sectors in the emirate.