The list of National or Public Holidays in Saudi Arabia for the year 2023, this year we can expect at least 10 holidays and yes, in these 10 holidays, we have 2 Fridays as well, meaning a loss of two days for private company workers. In this year, government employees can expect at least 20 to 25 holidays.

Is there anyone who does not enjoy holidays? Especially in Saudi Arabia, where there are very few public holidays. There are only four occasions where one can get holidays: Eid Al-Fitr, Eid Al-Adha, Saudi National Day, and Saudi Foundation Day, which was added last year to the list of holidays.

What is a Holiday in Saudi Arabia?

In Saudi Arabia, holidays are extra times of leisure or recreation, or time to spend with friends or family, or to arrange get-togethers. While some people use these days to rest, enjoy, and complete their pending work, others spend them solely shopping.

List of Public Holidays in Saudi Arabia for the Year 2023 :

22nd February (Wednesday) : Saudi Foundation Day (1 Day)

21st to 24th April (Friday to Monday) : Eid Al-Fitr Holidays (4 Days)

27th to 30th June (Tuesday to Friday) : Eid Al-Adha Holidays (4 Days)

23rd September (Wednesday) : Saudi National Day (1 Day)

Surprise, Here is not the end..

* From the dates mentioned above, government employees can enjoy a week of Eid Al-Fitr holidays, another week of Eid Al-Adha holidays, as well as a day off for each Saudi Foundation and National Day.

* Most companies in Saudi Arabia have a weekend holiday on Friday and Saturday, while a few only have a weekend holiday on Friday, based on their company policies.

* Every Saudi national and resident expatriate employee in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is entitled to 21 days of vacation per year.

* For those performing Hajj pilgrimage for the first time this year, companies in the Kingdom will offer 10 days of paid leave.

* It is also possible for some to take personal leaves.

SOURCE : SAUDI EXPATRIATES