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United Arab Emirates has 253 business days in 2026, after excluding weekends and 8 public holidays. Use the full calculator to check any date range with UAE holidays automatically excluded.
Working Culture and Holidays in United Arab Emirates
The UAE's business week runs Monday to Friday for most private companies (having shifted from a Sunday-Thursday week in 2022 to align with global markets), while government offices may follow a 4.5-day week ending at noon on Friday. As an Islamic nation, the UAE's holidays are dominated by Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, both of which follow the lunar calendar and can shift by roughly 10-11 days each year. National Day (December 2) commemorates the formation of the UAE in 1971.
United Arab Emirates vs Other Countries (2026)
| Country | Public Holidays | Business Days |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 8 | 253 |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 11 | 250 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 8 | 252 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 8 | 251 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 10 | 250 |
| 🇮🇳 India | 9 | 252 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many business days in 2026 in United Arab Emirates?
There are 253 business days in 2026 in United Arab Emirates, after excluding weekends and 8 public holidays.
Does the calculator include UAE holidays?
Yes — select United Arab Emirates in our calculator and all UAE public holidays are automatically excluded.
Did the UAE change its work week?
Yes. In 2022 the UAE shifted from a Sunday-Thursday work week to a Monday-Friday week for most private sector companies, aligning with global markets, while some government offices use a shortened Friday.
How do I calculate working days for United Arab Emirates between specific dates?
Use the main business days calculator, select United Arab Emirates from the country dropdown, then enter your start and end dates. The tool automatically excludes weekends and United Arab Emirates public holidays from the count.
Is this calculator updated for the current year's public holidays?
Yes — holiday data for United Arab Emirates is reviewed and updated annually to reflect the current year's official public holiday calendar, including any holidays that shift date year to year.
What counts as a business day in United Arab Emirates?
A business day in United Arab Emirates is any weekday (Monday through Friday) that is not a recognized public holiday. Weekends and public holidays are excluded from the working day count.