UAE authorities have outlined key arrangements for Eid ul Fitr prayers, emphasizing safety measures and confirming prayer timings across all emirates.

The announcement comes as the country prepares for Eid, expected on Thursday or Friday depending on moon sighting.

Authorities have confirmed that Eid ul Fitr prayers will be held only in approved mosques across the UAE.

They clarified that no prayers will take place in Eid prayer grounds or open-air spaces, as part of precautionary measures to ensure the safety of worshippers.

The first day of Eid ul Fitr is expected to fall on Thursday or Friday, subject to the official decision of the moon sighting committee. Authorities are making comprehensive preparations to ensure that Eid celebrations take place smoothly and without any incidents.

Eid prayer timings announced for all emirates

The Islamic authorities have released official Eid prayer timings for the seven emirates:

Abu Dhabi: 6:20am
Dubai: 6:18am
Sharjah: 6:16am
Ajman: 6:16am
Umm Al Quwain: 6:12am
Ras Al Khaimah: 6:12am
Fujairah: 6:10am

Authorities and volunteers will be deployed at mosques to manage the flow of worshippers, ensuring orderly entry and exit while preventing congestion.

Fitrana set at Dh25 per person

The UAE Council for Fatwa has confirmed that Fitrana can be given in cash, setting a recommended value of Dh25 per person for 1447 AH (2026).

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This measure has been introduced to facilitate the public and to fulfill the broader objective of Zakat — ensuring that those in need are adequately supported on Eid.

Zakat can be given in cash or kind

According to the Council, Fitrana is equivalent to 2.5 kilogrammes of rice per person. It can be given either in kind (as rice) or as a cash equivalent.

The Council cited a hadith narrated by Ibn Omar, stating: “Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) has made Sadaqat Al Fitr obligatory… one Sa’ of barley or one Sa’ of dates.”

Fitrana is a mandatory obligation for all financially capable Muslims, regardless of age or gender.

The head of the household is responsible for paying it on behalf of their spouse, children, and dependents, ensuring that the right reaches its rightful beneficiaries before Eid prayers.