Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Moon Sighting: Will Eid Fall on March 30? Updates for India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Moon Sighting, Holiday Announcements, and Global Celebrations

Muslims around the world are looking forward to Eid-ul-Fitr 2025, a celebration marking the end of a month of fasting, prayer, and devotion, which ends the holy month of Ramadan in the year 1446 AH. The crescent moon sighting, which marks the start of Shawwal, the tenth month in the Islamic calendar, determines the precise date of Eid-al-Fitr.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025: Expected Date Based on Moon Sighting

Based on the crescent moon sighting on the 29th night of Ramadan, March 29, 2025, astronomers estimate that Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 will occur on either March 30 or March 31.

Eid will be observed on March 30, 2025, if the moon is visible on March 29. Eid will be celebrated on March 31 and Ramadan will be prolonged to 30 days if the moon is not visible.

The date of Eid will be decided by countries like the United States and other Western countries based on official announcements from Saudi Arabia or local moon sighting reports.

2025 Eid Holidays: Country-by-Country Announcements

Saudi Arabia

Monday, the 24th day of Ramadan 1446 AH, will be the last day of employment for public sector workers. Holidays in the private and nonprofit sectors will start on Saturday, the 29th day of Ramadan 1446 AH, after work. Work is scheduled to resume on April 3 after a four-day hiatus from March 30 to April 2.
The private sector may get an extended six-day holiday if combined with the weekend.

United Arab Emirates (UAE)

A confirmed three-day holiday is announced from Shawwal 1 to 3. If Ramadan extends to 30 days, an additional holiday may be granted.

Qatar & Bahrain

Public holidays will range from three to six days.

Kuwait

If Eid falls on March 30, there will be a three-day holiday. If it falls on March 31, employees may receive an extended nine-day break.

Eid Celebrations and Travel Trends

An increase in travel reservations and family get-togethers is predicted as Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 is predicted to be a lengthy holiday in several nations. In order to emphasize the sense of solidarity and thankfulness, many countries with a majority of Muslims will commemorate the event with prayers, feasts, and charity endeavors.

On March 29, 2025, official moon sighting statements from different nations will serve as the basis for the ultimate certification of Eid-ul-Fitr 2025. Keep checking back for more information as the festival draws near.