Eid Al Fitr 2026: UAE announces prayer timings across all seven emirates
Worshippers advised to arrive early as mosques are expected to fill
DUBAI – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has confirmed Eid Al Fitr prayer timings for 2026 across the country, with worshippers set to gather in mosques shortly after sunrise to mark one of the most important occasions in the Islamic calendar.
The announced schedules show slight differences between emirates and regions, reflecting local sunrise times. With large congregations expected on the morning of Eid, residents are likely to begin arriving early to secure space and join the prayers.
The official timings were confirmed by authorities following the Shawwal moon-sighting announcement. Across the UAE, the prayers are set to take place within a narrow window in the early morning, underlining the unified nationwide preparations for the festival. In most locations, the prayer will begin between 6:36am and 6:43am.
Eid prayer timings
The confirmed Eid Al Fitr prayer timings are as follows:
- Abu Dhabi: 6:43am
- Al Ain: 6:37am
- Dubai: 6:40am
- Sharjah: 6:39am
- Ajman: 6:39am
- Umm Al Quwain: 6:39am
- Ras Al Khaimah: 6:37am
- Fujairah: 6:36am
The announcement provides clarity for residents making their Eid morning plans, especially families travelling between cities or preparing to attend prayers in their local mosques. As is customary, Eid prayers are expected to draw large numbers of worshippers, particularly in major urban centres where mosques can fill quickly.