Saudi Arabia Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date Confirmed: Latest News, Updates & Moon Sighting Report

Breaking News: Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Announced in Saudi Arabia & UAE – Moon Sighting Updates & Festive Preparations

Saudi Arabia Confirms Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Date: Breaking News & Moon Sighting Report

The long-awaited announcement regarding Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 has been made! Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have officially confirmed the date for the festival following the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon.

The Saudi Royal Court has declared that the first day of Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed on Sunday, March 30, 2025. This decision follows the successful moon sighting on March 29, 2025, marking the beginning of Shawwal 1446 AH.

Large congregational prayers will take place at Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and Masjid an-Nabawi in Madina, with millions of worshippers expected to attend.

Moon Sighting & Official Announcements

The Ruet-e-Hilal Committee of Pakistan will meet on March 30, 2025, to determine the Eid-ul-Fitr date based on moon sighting. Pakistan, along with India, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, is expected to celebrate Eid on Monday, March 31, 2025, if the moon is not sighted on March 30.

The UAE has also confirmed March 30, 2025, as Eid-ul-Fitr, following the Saudi Arabian announcement. Other Gulf nations, including Kuwait and Qatar, have also verified the moon sighting.

Meanwhile, Oman, Malaysia, Brunei, and Australia have announced that the crescent moon was not visible on March 29, 2025, meaning they will celebrate Eid on March 31, 2025.

Saudi Arabia’s Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 Public Holidays & Celebrations

The Saudi government has declared a four-day public holiday from March 30 to April 2, 2025, with work resuming on April 3.

The UAE has announced a three-day holiday from Shawwal 1 to 3. If Ramadan completes 30 days, an additional holiday may be granted.

Kuwait will observe a nine-day holiday if Eid falls on March 31, while a three-day break is confirmed if Eid is on March 30.

Muslims worldwide will celebrate by offering special Eid prayers, exchanging gifts, and enjoying festive meals with family and friends. Eidi (monetary gifts), charity (zakat al-fitr), and community gatherings are central to the celebrations.

The Significance of Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid-ul-Fitr, meaning the "Festival of Breaking the Fast," marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. The festival is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal in the Hijri calendar.

Muslims begin the day with the Eid prayer (Salat al-Eid), followed by visiting relatives, sharing meals, and giving to those in need.

Traditional Eid meals include dates, sweets, biryani, kebabs, and festive desserts like sheer khurma.

Eid-ul-Fitr 2025 in Other Countries

In the United States, UK, France, and Germany, Eid-ul-Fitr will be observed based on local moon sightings, aligning with either Saudi Arabia or their national committees' declarations.

Countries like India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh will finalize their Eid dates after the March 30 moon sighting.

The Australian Fatwa Council has confirmed that March 31, 2025, will be Eid-ul-Fitr in Australia, as the crescent moon is expected to be visible after sunset on March 30.

In Indonesia and Malaysia, authorities will confirm the Eid date after moon sighting efforts on March 30.

Final Thoughts

As the world prepares for Eid-ul-Fitr 2025, Muslims look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with prayers, gratitude, and unity. The festival emphasizes the values of compassion, charity, and community bonding.

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Eid Mubarak! May this festive season bring joy, peace, and prosperity to all!