UAE public holidays 2022: When is the next long weekend?

List of unified public holidays for public and private sector employees

Last updated: September 19, 2022 | 10:55

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As we head into the cooler months with more activities for residents and visitors, it is imperative that your breaks are well planned in advance. Whether it be short trips abroad or day trips in the UAE, plan your break based on UAE's public holidays.

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UAE has unified public holidays for public and private sector employees which are often confirmed closer to the date.

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However, based on some calculations we could give you approximate dates for when you should plan your break in 2022.

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In Arabic, the holiday is referred to as Eid Al Mawlid Al Nabawi. This year, the holiday falls on a Saturday - October 8. However, Islamic holidays are usually determined according to moon sighting.

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Less than two months later, the UAE people will enjoy the last long-weekend of the year as the nation marks Commemoration Day (previously known as Martyr's Day), which is observed on November 30. However, a public holiday for the same is given on December 1.

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This is followed by followed by the National Day, which is observed on December 2 and 3 (Friday and Saturday).

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This means the UAE people will enjoy a four-day break, the longest remaining weekend of the year by the end of the year.

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