Dubai has declared a two-day holiday for public sector employees in celebration of the UAE’s 54th Eid Al Etihad, observed nationwide on December 2, 2025. Government workers in Dubai will enjoy a four-day break, combining the holiday with the weekend on December 1 and 2. However, entities providing essential public services or operating on rotating shifts are exempt from this holiday. These organizations are authorized to adjust working hours to ensure uninterrupted service delivery during the festive period. The decision, outlined in a circular by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, emphasizes maintaining operational efficiency while allowing most employees to partake in the celebrations. Earlier this week, the UAE announced a four-day break for government employees to mark the National Day, now referred to as Eid Al Etihad. In Sharjah, public sector employees will benefit from a five-day holiday due to their standard three-day weekend. Similarly, private and public school students in Sharjah will enjoy an extended break, while those in other emirates will have a four-day holiday. Official working hours across the UAE will resume on Wednesday, December 3.