Saudi Arabia has officially announced that Sunday, March 30, 2025, will mark the first day of Eid Al Fitr, following the confirmed sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon. The announcement was made after multiple observatories across the country, including Sudeir and Tumair, successfully sighted the moon on Saturday evening.
The Saudi Supreme Court, in consultation with the Moon-Sighting Committee, confirmed that Ramadan 1446 AH will conclude on Saturday, March 29, and Eid celebrations will begin the following day. More than 20 observatories participated in the effort, ensuring the accuracy of the sighting.
Regional Eid Announcements
In neighboring Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, similar announcements were made. The United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Oman have all confirmed that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on March 30. The UAE’s Moon-Sighting Committee, which convened in Abu Dhabi, reported positive sightings, leading to the declaration.
Meanwhile, several countries outside the GCC have set Monday, March 31, 2025, as the first day of Eid Al Fitr. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Australia, and Malaysia have declared that Ramadan will complete 30 days, with the crescent moon expected to be visible on Sunday, March 30.
Global Moon-Sighting Reports
Australia: The Australian Fatwa Council determined that Eid will fall on March 31 based on astronomical data, as the crescent was not visible on March 29.
Indonesia & Malaysia: Both countries have confirmed that Eid will be observed on March 31, following their national moon-sighting committees’ decisions.
Iran: Authorities have announced that Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, based on local moon-sighting reports.
Pakistan, India & Bangladesh: These countries have collectively determined March 31 as Eid Al Fitr, in line with their traditional moon-sighting methods.
Eid Celebrations and Prayers
Saudi Arabia is now preparing for nationwide Eid celebrations. Major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, and Mecca are gearing up for early morning prayers at mosques and designated prayer grounds. Authorities have urged the public to participate in community prayers and engage in charitable activities to mark the occasion.
The Saudi government has also issued Eid holiday schedules, with both public and private sector employees granted official leave to celebrate with their families.
As the world marks the end of Ramadan, Muslim communities worldwide are extending their greetings, reflecting on the spiritual significance of the holy month, and preparing for the joyous festivities of Eid Al Fitr 2025.
The Saudi Supreme Court, in consultation with the Moon-Sighting Committee, confirmed that Ramadan 1446 AH will conclude on Saturday, March 29, and Eid celebrations will begin the following day. More than 20 observatories participated in the effort, ensuring the accuracy of the sighting.
Regional Eid Announcements
In neighboring Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, similar announcements were made. The United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, and Oman have all confirmed that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on March 30. The UAE’s Moon-Sighting Committee, which convened in Abu Dhabi, reported positive sightings, leading to the declaration.
Meanwhile, several countries outside the GCC have set Monday, March 31, 2025, as the first day of Eid Al Fitr. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Australia, and Malaysia have declared that Ramadan will complete 30 days, with the crescent moon expected to be visible on Sunday, March 30.
Global Moon-Sighting Reports
Australia: The Australian Fatwa Council determined that Eid will fall on March 31 based on astronomical data, as the crescent was not visible on March 29.
Indonesia & Malaysia: Both countries have confirmed that Eid will be observed on March 31, following their national moon-sighting committees’ decisions.
Iran: Authorities have announced that Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, based on local moon-sighting reports.
Pakistan, India & Bangladesh: These countries have collectively determined March 31 as Eid Al Fitr, in line with their traditional moon-sighting methods.
Eid Celebrations and Prayers
Saudi Arabia is now preparing for nationwide Eid celebrations. Major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, and Mecca are gearing up for early morning prayers at mosques and designated prayer grounds. Authorities have urged the public to participate in community prayers and engage in charitable activities to mark the occasion.
The Saudi government has also issued Eid holiday schedules, with both public and private sector employees granted official leave to celebrate with their families.
As the world marks the end of Ramadan, Muslim communities worldwide are extending their greetings, reflecting on the spiritual significance of the holy month, and preparing for the joyous festivities of Eid Al Fitr 2025.
