UAE National Day holiday

UAE National Day holiday dates for the public and private sectors, and what the break means for businesses, staffing and trading days.

UAE National Day holiday 2026 gives federal staff a five-day break from 2 December. Private employers are still waiting for their dates.

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13 Nov 2026, 6:09 pm

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