UAE National Day countdown
Shows the days and hours until Eid Al Etihad and this year's official holiday days.
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About UAE National Day
Eid Al Etihad marks the union of the United Arab Emirates on 2 December 1971; 2026 is the 55th anniversary.
Upcoming official holidays
| Holiday | Days | Rest of 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 1 day | — | Fri 1 Jan |
| Eid al-Fitr | 3–4 days | — | Tue 9 Mar – Thu 11 Mar (or Tue 9 Mar – Fri 12 Mar) · expected |
| Arafat Day | 1 day | — | Sat 15 May (or Sun 16 May) · expected |
| Eid al-Adha | 3 days | — | Sun 16 May – Tue 18 May (or Mon 17 May – Wed 19 May) · expected |
| Islamic New Year | 1 day | — | Sun 6 Jun · expected |
| Prophet's Birthday | 1 day | — | Sat 14 Aug (or Sun 15 Aug) · expected |
| Eid Al Etihad (National Day) | 2 days | Wed 2 Dec – Thu 3 Dec | Thu 2 Dec – Fri 3 Dec |
Working on an official holiday earns extra pay or a substitute day; work it out on the public holidays page, and for all six countries see GCC public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
When is UAE National Day 2026?
Wednesday 2 December 2026, the 55th anniversary of the union on 2 December 1971.
How long is the National Day holiday in 2026?
Two days, Wednesday 2 and Thursday 3 December 2026, under Cabinet Resolution 27/2024 on official holidays, followed by the weekend.
Sources
Figures and formulas on this page were last reviewed on 2026-11-03.