Friday, September 5, will be a holiday for private sector workers in the UAE to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
The announcement was made by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.
It matches an earlier announcement made by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), which said public sector employees will get a three-day weekend starting Friday, September 5.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has declared Friday, September 5, 2025, an official paid holiday for the private sector in observance of the Prophet’s Birthday.
— وزارة الموارد البشرية والتوطين (@MOHRE_UAE) August 26, 2025
Warm greetings to the leadership, people, and residents of the UAE on this blessed occasion.#MoHRE… pic.twitter.com/c8TG7aqJgk

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