How many days are there on Eid al-Fitr 2025 in Arab and Islamic countries?

Arab Weather - After the month of Ramadan, which is full of prayers, obedience and drawing closer to God, Muslims are eagerly awaiting the sighting of the crescent moon of Shawwal, marking the beginning of Eid al-Fitr. According to astronomical calculations, Eid al-Fitr for the year 1446 is expected to fall on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

As is customary every year, most Islamic and Arab countries rely on observing the Shawwal crescent using astronomical observatories, in compliance with the hadith of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him: “Do not fast until you see the crescent, and do not break your fast until you see it. If it is obscured, then estimate it.” Official sessions are held in Sharia courts to prove the legal sighting of the crescent, and then the Iftaa houses issue official announcements to determine the date of Eid al-Fitr based on the results of these investigations.

On the other hand, some Islamic countries, such as Turkey, rely on accurate astronomical calculations to determine the beginning of Shawwal. According to the website of the Turkish Presidency of Religious Affairs, Sunday, March 30, 2025 will be the first day of Eid al-Fitr according to these calculations.

Eid al-Fitr holiday in Arab countries for the year 2025

Most Arab countries are expected to grant an official holiday of at least 3 days for Eid al-Fitr. In 2024, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development in Saudi Arabia set a 4-day holiday, while the UAE and Qatar granted a holiday of up to 5 working days or more. In Egypt, Jordan and Palestine, the holiday ranged between 3 and 4 days, while in Kuwait and the Sultanate of Oman it extended to 6 days. Details of the Eid al-Fitr holiday for 2025 have not yet been announced, but it is expected to be announced near the end of Ramadan.

Eid al-Fitr is a time for families to celebrate and relax, as Eid prayers are held, Zakat al-Fitr is distributed, and people come together to celebrate the end of Ramadan, strengthening social and spiritual bonds among members of the community.

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