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Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Following the non-sighting of the crescent moon on the evening of April 8th, Saudi Arabia has officially declared Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, as the first day of Eid al-Fitr. This signifies the culmination of the holy month of Ramadan, observed for a full 30 days in the Kingdom.

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Previously, the Saudi Supreme Court had encouraged nationwide observation of the crescent moon on the 29th of Ramadan (April 8th).

To mark this joyous occasion, a four-day public sector holiday will commence today, April 8th (Ramadan 29, 1445). This, in conjunction with the established weekend (Friday and Saturday), grants Saudi residents a six-day break before resuming work duties on Sunday, April 14th.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) follows an independent approach concerning federal employee holidays for Eid al-Fitr. Regardless of the final Eid date, the official holiday for federal employees begins on Monday, April 8th. This translates to a nine-day break extending until Sunday, April 14th, when regular work hours resume.

The duration of the Eid al-Fitr holiday for private sector employees in the UAE will depend on the confirmed date. If Eid falls on April 9th, most employees will enjoy a six-day break factoring in the standard weekend. However, a confirmed Eid on April 10th would result in a nine-day respite for private sector workers.