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Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power)

ObservanceMajor
Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) — Observance
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Details

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

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Date may be approximate

Business Impact

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) a public holiday in United Arab Emirates?
Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) is a Observance in United Arab Emirates, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) 2026?
Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) 2026 falls on March 15, 2026.
Map showing Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Power) date variation by country

Laylat al-Qadr

The Night of Power/Decree during the last ten days of Ramadan. Considered the holiest night of the year in Islam.

CountryDateDayImpact
AEUnited Arab Emirates(current)Mar 15, 2026Sun—
SYSyriaMar 15, 2026Sun—
IQIraqMar 15, 2026Sun—
IDIndonesiaMar 15, 2026SunOffices Closed
SDSudanMar 15, 2026Sun—
AFAfghanistanMar 15, 2026Sun—
MYMalaysiaMar 15, 2026SunOffices Closed
YEYemenMar 15, 2026Sun—

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Eid al-FitrPublic HolidayMar 20First day of RamadanPublic HolidayFeb 18

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