Why has UAE declared December 2 and 3 as paid public holidays for private-sector employees?
The two-day holiday will apply to private-sector establishments across all seven emirates, giving employees a paid break to participate in the country's Union Day celebrations.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has designated December 2 and 3, 2026, as paid public holidays for private-sector employees to celebrate Eid Al Etihad 2026 and the 55th Union Day of the country. According to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), employees in private establishments across all seven emirates will enjoy the two-day break.
The holiday announcement was made on social media platform X, wishing the UAE, its leaders, and its people health, pride, and prosperity. Additionally, the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) declared a three-day public holiday for federal government employees, with official working hours resuming on Monday, December 7, following the weekend.
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