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Isra Mi'raj

ObservanceNotable
Isra Mi'raj — Observance
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Details

Country
AE United Arab Emirates
Scope
Nationwide
Type
Observance
Gazetted
No — not an official day off
Month
January 2026
Long Weekends
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Date may vary
±1 days (Based on lunar sighting)

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Business Impact

Impact Description
This is an observance. Most businesses and government offices remain open.

Notes

27 Rajab 1447 AH. Religious observance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isra Mi'raj a public holiday in United Arab Emirates?
Isra Mi'raj is a Observance in United Arab Emirates, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Isra Mi'raj 2026?
Isra Mi'raj 2026 falls on January 16, 2026.
Map showing Isra Mi'raj date variation by country

Isra Mi'raj

Commemoration of Prophet Muhammad's night journey and ascension to heaven. Observed with special prayers and religious gatherings.

CountryDateDayImpact
AEUnited Arab Emirates(current)Jan 16, 2026Fri—
IDIndonesiaJan 16, 2026FriReduced Operations
IQIraqJan 16, 2026Fri—
MYMalaysiaJan 16, 2026FriReduced Operations
YEYemenJan 16, 2026Fri—
SDSudanJan 16, 2026Fri—
SYSyriaJan 16, 2026Fri—
TRTurkeyFeb 8, 2026Sun—
AFAfghanistanFeb 8, 2026Sun—

Nearby holidays in United Arab Emirates

Laylat al-Mi'rajPublic HolidayJan 16New Year's DayPublic HolidayJan 1

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