It is important to remember that there is a nine-day vacation in addition to the Saturday-Sunday weekend.
The holiday does not change for government workers based on when the moon is visible.
According to Khaleej Times, depending on when the Moon is viewed and if Ramadan lasts 29 or 30 days, private sector workers may have a nine- or six-day break.
Depending on when the crescent Moon is visible in the night sky, Ramadan can extend for 29 or 30 days.
On the first of Shawwal, the month that follows Ramadan, people celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr. This year’s Eid will take place on April 9 or 10. Eid falls on April 10 if Ramadan lasts 30 days, and April 11 if it only lasts 29 days.
