The birthday of Prophet Muhammad (Mawlid Al Nabi) in 2026 will be observed on Friday, August 28.
The public holiday applies to both the public and private sectors. For private-sector employees, the official holiday is a paid day off.
What does this mean for the private sector?
🏢 Government departments, authorities, and public institutions will also be closed on August 28. The regular working schedule will resume on Monday, August 31.
Therefore, if you need to visit a government authority, submit documents, obtain a certificate, apply for a service, or resolve any other matter, it is better to plan your visit in advance and not leave it until the end of the month.
Since August 28 falls on a Friday, those who normally have Saturday and Sunday off will enjoy a three-day weekend from August 28 to 30.
The public holiday applies to both the public and private sectors. For private-sector employees, the official holiday is a paid day off.
What does this mean for the private sector?
- August 28 is expected to be a paid public holiday.
- Employers must take the official holiday into account when preparing work schedules.
- If an employee is required to work on the public holiday, the employer must either grant the employee another day off or pay the employee their regular wage for that day plus an additional payment of at least 50% of the basic salary.
🏢 Government departments, authorities, and public institutions will also be closed on August 28. The regular working schedule will resume on Monday, August 31.
Therefore, if you need to visit a government authority, submit documents, obtain a certificate, apply for a service, or resolve any other matter, it is better to plan your visit in advance and not leave it until the end of the month.
Since August 28 falls on a Friday, those who normally have Saturday and Sunday off will enjoy a three-day weekend from August 28 to 30.