The UAE authorities have announced that Eid Al Fitr prayers will take place at approved mosques or Eid Musalla across the country.
The first day of Eid Al Fitr is expected to be on Sunday or Monday, depending on the moon sighting.
Authorities are preparing to celebrate Eid in the safest and most enjoyable way, ensuring a smooth, incident-free event.
The Islamic authority in the UAE has released the Eid Al Fitr prayer timings for all seven emirates.
Eid Prayer Timings in Dubai and other emirates of UAE
Abu Dhabi: 6:22 AM
Al Ain: 6:23 AM
Dubai: 6:20 AM
Sharjah: 6:19 AM
Ajman: 6:19 AM
Umm Al Quwain: 6:18 AM
Ras Al Khaimah: 6:17 AM
Fujairah: 6:15 AM
To prevent overcrowding, authorities and volunteers will manage the flow of people entering and exiting prayer locations.
The UAE Council for Fatwa has called on specialists, experts, and members of the community — both citizens and residents – to observe the crescent of the month of Shawwal 1446 AH on the evening of Saturday, 29th March 2025. They urged anyone who sights the new crescent to contact the designated panel.
The “Shawwal Moon-Sighting Committee,” formed under the Council’s authority and responsible for moon sightings in the UAE, urged anyone who sees the crescent to contact the committee by phone at 027774647.
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