MUSCAT : Oman has announced two public holidays in January 2026 marking Accession Day and the Islamic occasion of Al Isra’a Wal Miraj, as part of the government’s newly approved annual holiday calendar.
Authorities said January 15, 2026 will be observed as a public holiday to mark Accession Day, commemorating the anniversary of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s accession to the throne.
In addition, Sunday, January 18, 2026 will be a public holiday to mark Al Isra’a Wal Miraj, the Islamic observance commemorating the Prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension.
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The announcements form part of a new policy adopted by the Council of Ministers to declare national and religious holidays in advance each year, aimed at improving planning and coordination across the public and private sectors.
The Ministry of Labour said the advance scheduling is intended to help institutions and businesses organise operations more efficiently, while compensation for employees required to work on public holidays will continue to be governed by existing labour regulations.
Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha will continue to be announced separately based on official moon sighting, authorities said.
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