Is Isra Mi'raj a public holiday in Yemen?

Isra Mi'raj is a Observance in Yemen, 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.

Name: Isra Mi'raj
Start: 2026-01-16
End: 2026-01-16
Location: Yemen

Friday, January 16, 2026Check 2027 dates →

Country: Yemen
Scope: Nationwide
Type: Observance
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: January 2026
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Date may vary: ±1 days (Based on lunar sighting)
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Impact Description: This is an observance. Most businesses and government offices remain open.

27 Rajab 1447 AH. Religious observance.

Is Isra Mi'raj a public holiday in Yemen?: Isra Mi'raj is a Observance in Yemen, 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.

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

Country	Date	Day	Impact
Yemen(current)	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	—
Indonesia	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	Reduced Operations
United Arab Emirates	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	—
Iraq	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	—
Malaysia	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	Reduced Operations
Sudan	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	—
Syria	Jan 16, 2026	Fri	—
Turkey	Feb 8, 2026	Sun	—
Afghanistan	Feb 8, 2026	Sun	—