Which holidays are excluded?
Private-sector public holidays in Saudi Arabia under the Labor Law and its regulations:
Founding Day: 22 February.
National Day: 23 September.
Eid al-Fitr: 4 days from the day after 29 Ramadan.
Eid al-Adha: 4 days from the Day of Arafah.
Eid dates use the Umm al-Qura calendar and can shift by a day depending on the moon sighting and official announcements. Government and schools have longer holidays, so the result is approximate.
Common uses
Project delivery times, legal deadlines counted in working days, and the number of working days in a month for daily pay or leave.
FAQ
What is the weekend in Saudi Arabia?
Friday and Saturday for government and most private companies. Some businesses close on Friday only, which you can pick from the list.
Are the start and end dates counted?
Yes, both dates are included. In "Add working days", counting starts the day after the date you pick.
What if a holiday falls on a weekend?
The calculator counts it as a weekend day. Some employers give a replacement day if officially announced.
Eid dates are approximate, based on the Umm al-Qura calendar. Check the official announcement each year.