UAE Announces Paid New Year Holiday For Private Sector Employees
UAE private sector employees can now enjoy a paid public holiday for New Year on Thursday, January 1, 2026, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced.
The move follows a circular implementing the Cabinet's decision on approved official holidays for both public and private sectors.
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The UAE federal authority has also confirmed that Thursday, 1 January 2026, will be an official paid holiday for public-sector employees.
Following New Year's Day, Friday, (January 2, 2026) will be a remote-work day for federal government employees, allowing them to balance work commitments with family time. Employees whose roles require on-site presence are expected to report to work as usual.
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