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Jun 17
First day of Muharram. Religious observances and prayers at mosques.
Islamic New Year 2026
June 17, 202610 countriesPublic Holiday
About Islamic New Year
First day of Muharram. Religious observances and prayers at mosques.
Key Details
Date
June 17, 2026
Type
Public Holiday
Gazetted
Yes
Business Impact
Medium
Countries
10 countries
Related Observances
10 events
Islamic New Year Across the Region
Islamic New Year Across the Region
| Country | Local Name | Date | Status | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | سال نو هجری | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | Reduced Operations |
| Indonesia | Tahun Baru Islam (1 Muharram) | Jun 16 | Observance | Reduced Operations |
| Iraq | رأس السنة الهجرية | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | Reduced Operations |
| Malaysia | Awal Muharram | Jun 17 | Observance | Reduced Operations |
| Maldives | — | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | — |
 Sudan | رأس السنة الهجرية | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | Reduced Operations |
 Syria | رأس السنة الهجرية | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | Reduced Operations |
 Turkey | — | Jun 17 | Observance | — |
 United Arab Emirates | رأس السنة الهجرية | Jun 16 | Public Holiday | Normal Operations |
 Yemen | رأس السنة الهجرية | Jun 17 | Public Holiday | Reduced Operations |
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Islamic New Year 2026?
- Islamic New Year 2026 is June 17, 2026 in United Arab Emirates.
- Is Islamic New Year a public holiday in United Arab Emirates?
- Yes, Islamic New Year is an official public holiday in United Arab Emirates. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- How many days is Islamic New Year 2026?
- Islamic New Year 2026 lasts 1 day(s), from June 17, 2026.
- Where is Islamic New Year a public holiday?
- Islamic New Year is observed in 10 countries: Afghanistan, Indonesia, Iraq, Malaysia, Maldives, Sudan, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen. See the comparison table above for exact dates and status in each country.