Ramadan 2025: Qatar’s Official Working Hours During the Holy Month

Ramadan 2025 working hours Qatar

During Ramadan, civil servants will work a five-hour shift from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Employees have the flexibility to start as late as 10:00 AM, as long as they complete a full five-hour workday. Remote work is permitted for up to 30% of the workforce, with priority given to Qatari mothers and individuals with disabilities, while ensuring operational needs are met. The Ministry of Public Health and the Ministry of Education and Higher Education will set their own working hours based on their specific requirements.

When is Ramadan 2025 in Qatar?

Ramadan in Qatar commenced on 1 March 2025 and is expected to last approximately 30 days, concluding on 31 March 2025.

As per tradition, the exact start of Ramadan was determined by a moon sighting committee comprising religious scholars, astronomers, and other authorities who observed the new crescent moon. This practice aligns with Islamic traditions, ensuring the precise timing of the holy month.

In Qatar, the Moon Sighting Committee under the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) declares the start and end of the holy month.