The Sharjah Department of Human Resources (SDHR) announced that the Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha holiday for Sharjah government departments, authorities, and institutions will begin on Monday, May 25, 2026, and continue until Friday, May 29, 2026. Official working hours will resume on Monday, June 1, 2026, excluding employees working on a shift system.

Holiday period for government entities

The announcement applies to all Sharjah government departments, authorities, and institutions, setting a unified break for the Arafat Day and Eid Al Adha period.

Return to work and exceptions

Normal working hours will resume on June 1, 2026, with an exception for employees working on shift-based schedules, who will continue according to their duty requirements.

Greetings and Eid wishes

On the occasion, the Sharjah Department of Human Resources extended its congratulations and best wishes to the wise leadership, the people of the UAE, and Arab and Islamic nations, praying for continued goodness, prosperity, and blessings.