Prophet Muhammad’s birthday: Dubai confirms public holiday on September 5
Long weekend confirmed as offices reopen on September 8
DUBAI – Government offices across Dubai will close on Friday, September 5, to mark Prophet Muhammad’s birthday.
The announcement was confirmed by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) in a circular issued on Thursday, corresponding to 13th Rabi Al Awwal 1447 AH.
Regular working hours will resume on Monday, September 8.
Prophet’s Birthday in Dubai
The holiday will be observed by all government entities, institutions, and departments in Dubai. Agencies that manage essential services such as healthcare, utilities, and emergency operations will remain functional, with duty rosters arranged to ensure continuity of services.
The DGHR clarified that the directive applies only to public sector institutions. Authorities highlighted that the occasion is dedicated to allowing employees to observe the day with their families, while also reinforcing values of unity and tolerance in line with the UAE’s traditions.
How are services affected?
Public-facing departments will be closed, but critical services remain uninterrupted. Shift-based organisations are expected to issue duty schedules to cover operational requirements across essential sectors.
The DGHR also extended greetings to President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, members of the Federal Supreme Council, and residents and citizens of the UAE.