The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced a reduction of two working hours per day for private sector employees during the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Ministry said: “In accordance with the requirements and nature of their work, companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of the daily Ramadan 2025 is expected to begin on Saturday, March 1 according to astronomers Two fewer hours a day during holy month. The National. February 24, 2025 Federal employees to work reduced hours over holy month. UAE. Gulf. MENA. US. UK. Europe. Asia. Business. Ramadan is expected to take place in March. Victor ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially announced adjusted working hours for public sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan. Ministries and federal government entities will operate from 9am to 2:30pm from Monday to Thursday, while on Fridays, working hours will be from 9am to 12pm. The ministry said: “In accordance with the requirements and nature of their work, companies may apply flexible or remote work patterns within the limits of the daily working hours during Ramadan.” Ramadan in Dubai is predicted to start on Saturday March 1 but the official confirmation from the UAE government based on moon sightings by UAE Sharjah announced reduced work hours for public sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan on on Thursday, February 27. The emirate's Department of Human Resources said in an official The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has unveiled the 2025 Ramadan working hours for the UAE public sector. This year, government employees will work from 9am to 2.30pm from Monday to Thursday and from 9am until midday on Fridays. The private sector is expected to follow similar reduced working hours, with an announcement expected this week. The holy month of fasting will last between 29-30 days. Wavy Line Answer: In the UAE, employees are entitled to 2 hours less work per day during the holy month of Ramadan. This reduction is mandated by Article 17(4) of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on UAE Ramadan: Reduced work hours expected According to the UAE Labour Law, work timings are to be reduced during the holy month This year, Ramadan is expected to begin on March 23 , according to local media reports, and Eid Al Fitr and the first of Shawwal will most likely fall on Friday, April 21. Muslims fast from dawn to dusk and are expected to abstain from eating, drinking, and bad habits. The end of the fasting period is marked with dates, water, and a meal. The auspicious month approximately lasts for around 29-30 days. To mark the special occasion, UAE has announced reduced work hours for both public and private employees. According to the UAE labour law “Private sector workers are required to work 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. During the holy month of Ramadan, working hours are reduced by two.” As Ramadan 2025 approaches, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing for the month of fasting, spiritual reflection, and communal prayers. Expected to begin on March 1, Ramadan holds profound significance for Muslims worldwide, commemorating the revelation of the Holy Quran to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). During the holy month of Ramadan, working hours are reduced by two hours. Ramadan 2022 in UAE: Reduced work timings announced in Sharjah. Ramadan is expected to last 30 days till May 1 During Ramadan, government offices in Dubai and across the UAE typically operate with reduced working hours. Based on previous years’ trends, the following schedule is expected: Government Sector: Offices are likely to open from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, reducing the standard eight-hour workday to five hours. Students also get to experience a lighter schedule during Ramadan. Shorter School Days: Classes are typically limited to about 5 hours daily. Holidays for Many: This year, most schools will be closed for the first three weeks of Ramadan, aligning with spring break or the end-of-term holiday. Also read: UAE Schools: Potential 9-Day Break Before During Ramadan, private sector workers in the UAE are required to work 8 hours per day or 48 hours per week. However, during the holy month of Ramadan, working hours are reduced by 2 hours each day. This means employees will work 6 hours per day, ensuring they have more time for rest and religious activities. Stay updated to make the most of this special time in Dubai! Working Hours During Ramadan 2025 1. Private Sector Working Hours. During Ramadan 2025, employees in Dubai’s private sector will benefit from reduced working hours. By the 11th day of Ramadan, when the timing of the early morning Fajr prayers will be at 5.16am and the Maghrib prayers at 6.29pm, the fasting hours will increase to 13 hours and 13 minutes.
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