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Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) in the UAE has announced that Wednesday, January 1, 2025, will be a public holiday for government employees to celebrate the New Year.
The FAHR shared the announcement on Twitter, confirming that government offices will resume operations on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) also declared Wednesday, January 1, 2025, a paid public holiday for all private sector employees.
This marks the first public holiday of the new year and aligns with the UAE’s official list of holidays for 2025, released earlier this year.
In total, UAE residents can look forward to 13 days of public holidays in 2025.
The announcement ensures both public and private sector employees can plan for the year ahead while enjoying the first holiday of 2025.
