United Arab Emirates Embassy and Consulates in Australia
United Arab Emirates Embassy in Canberra, Australia
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United Arab Emirates may close on the following Australian and UAE holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Labour Day | Monday, March 02 | 1 week |
| Purim | Tuesday, March 03 | 1 week, 1 day |
| Foundation Day | Friday, March 06 | 1 week, 4 days |
| Eight Hours Day | Monday, March 09 | 2 weeks |
| Laylatul Qadr (Night of Power) | Sunday, March 15 | 2 weeks, 6 days |
| St Patrick's Day | Tuesday, March 17 | 3 weeks, 1 day |
| National Close the Gap Day | Thursday, March 19 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
| Eid ul Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 3 weeks, 4 days |
1. How many UAE Embassies/Consulates are there in Australia?
United Arab Emirates currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Australia including and Canberra.
2 - Do Australian citizens need a visa for United Arab Emirates?
Australian citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United Arab Emirates. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United Arab Emirates in Australia for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of UAE embassies in Australia?
The UAE representative offices in Australia will be closed in observance of the following Australian and UAE holidays in 2026/2024:
- Labour Day (AU) Mon, Mar 02, 2026 (6 days, 21 hours)
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Time in United Arab Emirates vs Australia
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates time is 7:00 hours behind Canberra, Australia