United Arab Emirates:

Government offices including Immigration and Ministry of Labour will remain closed between 16 and 19 July and it is expected work will resume on 20 July, depending on the sighting of the moon. Some free zone authorities, including the Dubai Creative Clusters Authority, will also be closed on 20 July, resuming work the following day. The two-day holiday for the private sector, as announced by the Ministry of Labour, is likely to fall on the weekend of 17 and 18 July, so the majority of companies will also be closed on Sunday, 19 July.

Qatar:

The Ministry of Interior has announced official holidays on the 19-21 July. The General Directorate of Nationality, Borders and Expatriate Affairs will remain closed between 15 and 25 July.

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia:

Government and semi-government establishments will remain closed between 10 and 21 July.

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