We all need some days for a break, after long hours of working with a firm in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) — either in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, and Fujairah.
About Working In United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The United Arab Emirates is an elective monarchy formed from a federation of seven emirates, consisting of Abu Dhabi (the capital), Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm Al Quwain. Each emirate is governed by an Emir and together the emirs form the Federal Supreme Council. The members of the Federal Supreme Council elect a president and Vice President from among their members. In practice, the emir of Abu Dhabi serves as president while the ruler of Dubai is Vice President and also prime minister. In 2013, the country had a population of 9.2 million, of which 1.4 million were Emirati citizens and 7.8 million were expatriates. As of 2020, the United Arab Emirates has an estimated population of roughly 9.9 million.
What are the official public holidays in UAE? This is a frequently asked question we get from many people. The answer is that there are 11 public holidays but not everyone is entitled to enjoy them. Only those holding an ‘Iqama’ (or Residence Permit) on these days will be entitled to benefit from them.
When it comes to your vacation, nothing’s worse than making plans that don’t work out. So take a look at this list of official public holidays in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) so you can plan well ahead.
If you intend to work in the UAE you’ll need to be sponsored by an employer – you cannot work on a visit or a tourist visa. Once you’ve accepted a job offer your employer will apply for a residency visa on your behalf and you’ll then be able to get a work permit from the Ministry of Labour.
Sheikh Mohammed approved the official holidays calendar for government and private sectors.
Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, had approved the official holidays calendar for government and private sectors employees for 2021 and 2022.
The decision aims to enable all families and employees working in various sectors to pre-plan holidays, in addition to supporting the national economy.
It comes as part the government’s efforts being made to regulate the workflow in the public and private sectors, and ensure business balance and continuity.
Public and private sector holidays for 2022 include:
- January 1, 2022 – New Year’s holiday.
- 29 Ramadan until 3 Shawwal 1443 – Eid Al Fitr holiday.
- 9 Dhu Al Hijjah 1443 – Day of Arafat.
- 10 to 12 Dhu Al Hijjah 1443 – Eid Al Adha Holiday.
- July 30, 2022 – New Hijri Year 1444.
- October 8, 2022 – Prophet’s Birthday.
- December 1, 2022 – Commemoration Day.
- December 2 to 3, 2022 – National Day.
Official dates will be confirmed closer to the events based on moon-sighting for corresponding Islamic calendar dates.
I believe with the decision to go on vacation will be well prepared since you now know the Official Public Holidays In UAE 2022 – 2023 here.