Unity Day
National DayHighest
عيد الوحدة
Details
- Country
Yemen- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- May 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 2 months before
Notes
Commemorates the unification of North and South Yemen on May 22, 1990. Major patriotic celebrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Unity Day a public holiday in Yemen?
- Yes, Unity Day is an official public holiday in Yemen. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Unity Day 2026?
- Unity Day 2026 falls on May 22, 2026.
- What is Unity Day called locally in Yemen?
- Unity Day is locally known as "عيد الوحدة" in Yemen.
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