It’s official. The United Arab Emirates has announced a four-day weekend for all private sector employees to mark the 54th National Day, following a directive from the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation.

The announcement confirms that the UAE National Day holidays will span from Saturday, November 29, to Tuesday, December 2, with employees returning to work on Wednesday, December 3. This grants a substantial break for private sector workers in Dubai and across all emirates, aligning them with the public sector for a unified celebration.

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The decision is grounded in the UAE’s public holiday law, which came into effect at the start of 2025. While the law formally designates December 2 and 3 as the official National Day dates, it wisely allows for adjustments to create a continuous holiday. For this year’s festivities, the December 3 date has been moved to December 1, seamlessly crafting the four-day weekend.

This clarification ends speculation around the holiday’s length, which had included the possibility of a fifth day to honour Commemoration Day. The confirmed four-day break provides a clear and generous window for celebration.

How to extend it for a mini 9-day vacation

For those with a few days of annual leave to spare, this short break offers a chance for a more significant getaway. By taking just three days off—Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (December 3-5)—you can transform the four-day weekend into a lavish nine-day vacation, stretching from Saturday, November 29, through to Sunday, December 7.

Coinciding with this announcement, Dubai has unveiled plans for a spectacular month of events under a city-wide campaign orchestrated by Brand Dubai. The programme promises unforgettable experiences, including stunning fireworks displays, ensuring the 54th Eid Al Etihad will be commemorated with the grandeur it deserves.

With the official announcement now made, residents can finalize their plans to fully embrace the spirit of the union during this well-deserved long weekend.

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