National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025

National Day holiday in Kuwait is an official paid holiday for public and private sector employees on the occasion of Kuwait’s independence from the United Kingdom in 1961 during the reign of Sheikh Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah.

When is National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025

Below you can find out A table showing National Day holiday dates in Kuwait for employees and students:

How many days is National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025

The National Day holiday in Kuwait lasts for one day, as this occasion is celebrated on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 26, 1446 AH, and this occasion witnesses the Hala February Festival, where flags are raised in homes and streets, fireworks are launched, educational seminars and television programs are given, and more.

National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025 for public sector

Government agencies in Kuwait are closed on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 26, 1446 AH, on the occasion of the National Day, according to a circular issued by the Civil Service Bureau, which is an official paid holiday for all employees.

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National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025 for the private sector

Private companies and entities grant their workers an official holiday on the occasion of the National Day in Kuwait, which is Tuesday, February 25, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 26, 1446 AH, and some entities may be exempted from this holiday due to the nature of their work, such as hospitals and private medical clinics.

National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025 for Banks

The National Day holiday for banks in Kuwait begins on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 26, 1446 AH, immediately followed by the Liberation Day holiday. Some banks may continue to work in some branches that are specified before the holiday date to ensure the continuity of providing banking services to customers. ^[1]

National Day holiday in Kuwait 2025 for Schools

The Kuwait National Day holiday for schools begins on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 26, 1446 AH, immediately followed by the Liberation Day holiday, then the holiday on Thursday, February 27, 2025, as it falls between two holidays, then the weekend and Eid Al-Fitr holiday, after which students return to schools on the morning of Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

How much is left until Kuwait National Day holiday 2025

The following countdown shows the time remaining until the Kuwait National Day holiday for the year 2025:

Conclusion

The Kuwait National Day holiday is one of the official holidays celebrated in February, which coincides with the accession of Prince Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah to the throne.