Eid al-Fitr
Public HolidayMajor
Hari Raya Puasa
Details
- Country
Malaysia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- March 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 3 months before
Notes
Expected based on local moon sighting requirements (1 Shawwal).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Eid al-Fitr a public holiday in Malaysia?
- Yes, Eid al-Fitr is an official public holiday in Malaysia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Eid al-Fitr 2026?
- Eid al-Fitr 2026 falls on March 21, 2026.
- What is Eid al-Fitr called locally in Malaysia?
- Eid al-Fitr is locally known as "Hari Raya Puasa" in Malaysia.
Source: python-holidays (MY)Scraped