With the end of the first half of blessed month of RamadanMillions of Muslims are awaiting the dates of Eid al-Fitr 2024 in various Arab countries.
Muslims from around the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr Which marks the end of the month of fasting. Although determining the end date of Ramadan depends on the sighting of the crescent moon for the announcement, some Muslim countries conduct astronomical calculations that are often consistent with Sharia calculations.
Eid al-Fitr holiday dates in Arab countries
According to astronomical calculations, it is expected that Wednesday, April 10, 2024 will fall on the first day of Shawwal 1445.
Therefore, the month of Ramadan this year is likely to be 30 days long, and will end on Tuesday, April 9.
When do Eid al-Fitr holidays start?
Qatar
Eid al-Fitr holiday is expected to begin on Qatar Next Monday, April 8, and extending until the end of Monday, April 15, with employees returning to work on Tuesday.
The Mizan website, affiliated with the Qatari Ministry of Justice, published that official holidays in public institutions will start from the 28th day of Ramadan until the end of the fourth day of Shawwal.
Saudi Arabia
in Saudi ArabiaThe Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development announced the date of Eid al-Fitr holiday, and published on “X” that Monday, the 29th of Ramadan, i.e. next April 8th, is the last working day, with the holiday starting on Tuesday, April 9th, and extending for four days.
The Central Bank of Saudi Arabia (SAMA) also announced a 10-day holiday for banks operating in Saudi Arabia. Starting Thursday, April 4, 2024.
Kuwait
Eid al-Fitr holiday this year extends to Kuwait, According to local websites, 4 days starting from the 29th of Ramadan.
However, the authorities announced the suspension of work in all ministries, government and public agencies for a period of 5 days, as the first day of Eid fell on a weekly holiday.
The UAE
Likewise in The UAEEid al-Fitr holiday begins next April 8, according to the official holiday agenda for the government and private sectors approved by the Council of Ministers. Accordingly, normal work hours are scheduled to return on the 4th of Shawwal, corresponding to Sunday, April 13th.
the two seas
In addition, the Eid al-Fitr holiday extends to… the two seas This year for 5 days, starting Wednesday, April 10 and ending on Sunday, April 14.
Local media reported that Sunday is a compensatory day for Friday, which is a weekly holiday.
Egypt
Either in EgyptEmployees are scheduled to take official leave on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr for a period of 3 days, starting on Wednesday, April 10 and extending until Friday, April 12, according to what was reported by Egyptian media.
Lebanon
Eid al-Fitr begins on Lebanon On Wednesday, April 10, according to astronomical calculations, and according to the annual holiday calendar, the holiday will be on Wednesday and Thursday.
Jordan
It is expected that the Eid al-Fitr holiday will extend this year Jordan From April 10 to the 12th of the same month, according to the “Roya” news website.
Morocco
After it started Morocco Fasting during Ramadan On Tuesday, March 12, Moroccan websites reported astronomical calculations indicating that Ramadan will be 29 days long.
Therefore, the Moroccan Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs is awaiting the announcement of the specific date after the sighting of the crescent moon is confirmed, and the Happy Fitr holiday in Morocco is usually 4 days.
Algeria
Eid al-Fitr holiday is usually on… Algeria 3 days, so it will likely start on Wednesday, April 10 and end on Friday, April 12.
Iraq
This also extends to Iraq In which employees are off for 3 days. This year, the period is also expected to be from April 10 to 12, according to the 2024 annual holiday calendar.