Overview
- Federal staff will work 9am–2:30pm Monday–Thursday and 9am–12pm on Fridays during Ramadan, the FAHR announced.
- Government entities may adopt flexible schedules, with remote work on Fridays capped at 70% of staff.
- Sharjah confirmed matching public‑sector hours, with provisions for shift‑based and essential service roles.
- UAE onshore law entitles all employees to a two‑hour daily reduction regardless of religion, while DIFC and ADGM follow different rules.
- The start awaits the UAE moon‑sighting committee on February 17, with Ramadan expected to begin February 18–19 and conclude around March 19–20 before Eid al‑Fitr.