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 |
|---|---|---|
| Orthodox New Year | Wednesday, January 14 | 4 days, 14 hours |
| Isra and Mi'raj | Friday, January 16 | 6 days, 14 hours |
| Australia Day | Monday, January 26 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day) | Monday, February 02 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| Royal Hobart Regatta | Monday, February 09 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
| Valentine's Day | Saturday, February 14 | 1 month |
| Carnival / Shrove Tuesday | Tuesday, February 17 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Chinese New Year (Day 2) | Wednesday, February 18 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Labour Day | Monday, March 02 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
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:
- Orthodox New Year (AU) Wed, Jan 14, 2026 (4 days, 10 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