Public Holidays in Oman 2026: Full Official List
Planning your year around days off in Oman? Here is the full list of public holidays in Oman for 2026, covering both national and religious holidays, with the latest official dates.
A quick note before the list. Oman’s religious holidays follow the Islamic lunar calendar, so their exact dates depend on the sighting of the moon and are confirmed by official announcement close to the date. That means Eid and the other Islamic holidays are shown here as expected dates and may shift by a day. The national holidays have fixed dates. We update this page each year as the official calendar is confirmed.
Public holidays in Oman 2026 (full list)
| Holiday | Expected date 2026 | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Accession Day of His Majesty the Sultan | Thursday, 15 January | National |
| Isra and Mi’raj | Sunday, 18 January | Religious |
| Eid al-Fitr | Around 20 or 21 March (2 to 4 days) | Religious |
| Eid al-Adha | Around 26 or 27 May (2 to 4 days) | Religious |
| Islamic New Year (Hijri 1448) | Thursday, 18 June | Religious |
| Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday | Thursday, 27 August | Religious |
| National Day | Wednesday to Thursday, 25 to 26 November | National |
Two quick notes on the calendar. Ramadan is expected to begin around 17 or 18 February 2026. Ramadan is not a public holiday, since it is the month of fasting, but many people plan around it, so it is worth knowing. And the weekend in Oman is Friday and Saturday for both the public and private sectors, so a holiday landing on those days may come with a substitute day off.
National holidays explained
Accession Day marks the day His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik took power. It is observed on 15 January.
National Day celebrates the Sultanate of Oman and is the biggest national celebration of the year, with two days off and events, decorations, and parades across the country. It falls in late November.
Religious holidays explained
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and the month of fasting. It is one of the most important celebrations of the year, with family gatherings, traditional food, and typically several days off. Expected around 20 or 21 March 2026, subject to moon sighting.
Eid al-Adha is the festival of sacrifice and coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage. It usually brings the longest holiday break of the year. In Oman it is a good time to travel toward Salalah as the Khareef season approaches. Expected around 26 or 27 May 2026, subject to moon sighting.
Islamic New Year marks the start of the Hijri year, 1448 in 2026. A quieter, more reflective holiday. Expected 18 June.
Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday, known as Mawlid, marks the birth of the Prophet. Expected 27 August.
Isra and Mi’raj commemorates the Prophet’s night journey. Expected 18 January.
How public holidays work for employees in Oman
Under Oman labour law, employees are entitled to paid days off on official public holidays. If you want the detail on this, our guide to Oman labour law covers leave and holiday rules in full.
A few practical points. If a public holiday falls on the weekend, a substitute day off may be granted. Employees who are required to work on a public holiday, for example in continuous-service roles, must be compensated, usually with extra pay or a day off in lieu. And the government can extend or adjust a holiday by decree when the situation calls for it, which is why the exact number of days off for Eid is often confirmed only shortly before.
For HR teams, tracking all of this across staff, especially substitute days and worked-holiday compensation, is exactly the kind of thing that gets messy on spreadsheets. NoorHR handles holiday leave and Oman labour rules automatically, which saves a lot of manual work around every Eid.
Public vs private sector
The core holidays are the same across Oman, but the exact number of days off can vary slightly between the public and private sectors, particularly for Eid. Government announcements confirm the specific days for each sector close to the date. Businesses in continuous-service industries follow the schedule but arrange compensation or cover for staff who work through a holiday.
Public holidays in Oman: previous years (reference)
For anyone looking back, here are the key movable holiday dates from recent years. Islamic dates are as observed.
| Year | Eid al-Fitr | Eid al-Adha | National Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Around 31 March | Around 6 June | Late November |
| 2024 | Around 10 April | Around 16 June | Late November |
FAQ
How many public holidays does Oman have in 2026?
Oman has several official public holidays across national and religious occasions. The exact number of days off varies because Eid holidays can run two to four days and are confirmed close to the date.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2026 in Oman?
Eid al-Fitr is expected around 20 or 21 March 2026, subject to moon sighting. The exact days are confirmed by official announcement shortly before.
When is Eid al-Adha 2026 in Oman?
Eid al-Adha is expected around 26 or 27 May 2026, subject to moon sighting.
When is Oman National Day 2026?
Oman National Day is expected to be observed on 25 and 26 November 2026.
Are Islamic holiday dates in Oman fixed?
No. Islamic holidays follow the lunar calendar and depend on moon sighting, so dates can shift by a day and are confirmed by official announcement close to the time. National holidays like Accession Day have fixed dates.
Plan your year with confidence
That is the full 2026 public holiday calendar for Oman. Keep in mind that Islamic holiday dates are confirmed close to the date, so it is worth checking back as official announcements are made. We update this page each year with the latest official calendar.
