The UAE has declared January 1, 2025, as a public holiday for all employees, including those in the private sector, as confirmed by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratization (MoHRE).
This announcement aligns with the UAE Cabinet's decision on official holidays for government and private sector workers.
The holiday, falling on a Wednesday, will mark the first public holiday of 2025 for government employees, as noted by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources.
UAE residents can anticipate up to 13 public holidays in 2025, though some changes have been made to the schedule. Notably, the Eid Al Fitr holiday will be shorter compared to previous years.
