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Fridays Aren’t Turning Into Workdays: The Recent Friday Rumors Are Officially Debunked
If you’ve seen posts flying around saying Qatar might soon make Friday a working day, take a deep breath — it’s not happening. Social media’s been in a bit of a frenzy over the claim, but the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau has officially shut it down.
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The recent rumors
The confusion started after social media chatter suggested Qatar was considering switching to a Saturday–Sunday weekend system, effectively turning Friday into a workday. But officials have now made it clear: Fridays remain off, as usual. So, your brunch plans, prayers, and family time are totally safe.
No truth to the rumors
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In an interview with Qatar TV, H.E. Dr. Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, President of the Civil Service and Government Development Bureau, and as per the recent announcement by H.E Buthaina Al-Nuaimi, Minister of Social Development and Family, it’s confirmed that there’s “no truth” to the Friday workday rumors and emphasized that the current workweek structure remains unchanged and that the Bureau is simply studying ways to enhance work efficiency — not extend it.
As such, the new human resources law focuses on achieving a work-life balance that puts family and wellbeing first.
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