A Nine-Day Break Has Been Announced For Eid Al Adha For Certain Saudi Companies

Certain Saudi companies will receive a nine-day break for Eid Al Adha, from Friday August 17, until Saturday, August 25, it has been announced.

Banks, insurance companies, stock exchanges and businesses in the finance sector will be entitled to the five-day holiday according to the Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency (SAMA).

SAMA also confirmed that though it’s a holiday, banks located within holy places like Makkah and Medina will remain open for the Hajj season to service pilgrims and visitors.

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— SAMA (@SAMA_GOV) August 6, 2018

You can read more on SAMA’s website here.