Maritime Holidays

United Arab Emirates Port Holidays & Shipping Closures

Holidays that affect shipping in United Arab Emirates: Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha. Port and customs closures, and planning advice.

Country
United Arab Emirates
Holidays listed
2

These holidays can affect port, customs, and trucking operations in United Arab Emirates. Plan bookings and cargo cut-offs around them, and confirm exact dates with your carrier or local agent.

Eid Al-Fitr

Celebration marking end of Ramadan fasting month. Impact: high; customs closed, trucking limited. Ramadan month has reduced working hours. Plan for Eid closure.

  • 4 public holidays (can extend)
  • Government offices closed
  • Ports operate with reduced capacity
  • Private sector varies
  • During Ramadan: reduced working hours for month

Eid Al-Adha

Festival of Sacrifice during Hajj pilgrimage. Impact: high; customs closed, trucking limited. Plan for extended closure. Dates shift each year.

  • 4 public holidays minimum
  • Affects all GCC countries
  • Government closed
  • Ports reduced operations

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Frequently asked questions

Which holidays affect shipping in United Arab Emirates?

Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha

Do ports close in United Arab Emirates during holidays?

Eid Al-Fitr: ports not listed as closed; Eid Al-Adha: ports not listed as closed