Kuwait Announces Official New Year Holiday for Public Sector

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Public sector employees to observe New Year’s holiday on January 1, with work resuming on January 4, 2026.

Kuwait’s Cabinet announced on Wednesday the official New Year’s holiday schedule for public sector employees. According to the announcement, the New Year’s holiday will be observed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

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The Cabinet confirmed that government offices and public institutions will resume normal working hours on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following the holiday. The decision aligns with Kuwait’s official calendar and applies exclusively to the public sector.

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Further details regarding private sector working arrangements were not included in the announcement. Authorities advised employees to follow official government communications for any additional updates related to public holidays.