Kuwait Announces Islamic New Year Holiday Dates

Kuwait's Civil Service Commission (CSC) has announced the official holiday schedule for the Islamic New Year, 1448 AH, following a Cabinet decision on June 10, 2026. The announcement outlines the arrangements for the observance of the Hijri New Year across government bodies.

The duration of the holiday is contingent upon the lunar calendar's month of Dhul-Hijjah. If Dhul-Hijjah 1447 AH has 29 days, the official holiday will be on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, with work resuming the following day, Wednesday, June 17. However, if Dhul-Hijjah lasts for 30 days, the holiday will fall on Wednesday, June 17, 2026. In this scenario, Thursday, June 18, will also be granted as a day off, as it falls between two holidays, and official work will resume on Sunday, June 21.

The CSC circular states that work will be suspended in all ministries, government agencies, public authorities, and institutions in observance of the Hijri New Year. This ensures a unified public holiday for the occasion.

For entities with specific operational requirements, the CSC noted that they will determine their holiday schedules through their respective competent authorities. This allows for flexibility while ensuring the public interest and the continuity of essential services are maintained.