The UAE has announced 2022 Ramadan working hours for the private sector. Employees in the private sector will have their working days reduced by two hours during Ramadan.

The news was shared on Tuesday March 15 that the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE UAE) “reduces working hours for private sector employees during Ramadan by two hours daily”.

It was previously announced that Ramadan working hours for public sector employees would be Monday to Thursday from 9am until 2.30pm and from 9am until noon on Fridays.

The government also announced flexible hours and remote work options for federal employees on Fridays. Entities can grant employees these options, provided workflow is not affected. The remote work option can be given to a maximum of 40 per cent employee within an entity for Fridays.

Those working remotely would need to get prior approvals from the authorities concerned. Additionally, this option can be given only to employees who don’t need to be physically present in the office. Priority will be given to federal government employees who live far from their workplaces or have exceptional circumstances.

On Monday March 14, the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) announced the return of iftar tents for Ramadan 2022. NCEMA shared guidelines for iftar tent setup to ensure public safety and to be in line with current COVID-19 guidelines in the UAE. This is the first time that iftar tents are permitted in the United Arab Emirates since the coronavirus pandemic began in 2020. The marquees have been cancelled for the past two years to prevent gatherings and limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Ramadan 2022 is expected to start on Saturday April 2, but the final date has yet to be confirmed. The final date is determined by the sighting of the crescent moon.

Islamic months last either 29 or 30 days, depending on the sighting of the crescent. This year, Ramadan is expected to last 30 days till May 1. This means that May 2 is likely to be the first day of the Islamic festival of Eid Al Fitr.

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