United States Embassy and Consulates in United Arab Emirates
United States Embassy in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
United States Consulate General in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of United States may close on the following UAE and U.S. holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| World Rabies Day | Monday, September 28 | 0 minutes |
| World Heart Day | Tuesday, September 29 | 14 hours, 41 minutes |
| International Day of Older Persons | Thursday, October 01 | 2 days, 14 hours |
| Last Day of Sukkot | Friday, October 02 | 3 days, 14 hours |
| Shmini Atzeret | Saturday, October 03 | 4 days, 14 hours |
| Simchat Torah | Sunday, October 04 | 5 days, 14 hours |
| Child Health Day | Monday, October 05 | 6 days, 14 hours |
1. How many U.S. Embassies/Consulates are there in United Arab Emirates?
United States currently maintains 2 diplomatic representative offices in United Arab Emirates including Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
2 - Do UAE citizens need a visa for United States?
UAE citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into United States. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of United States in United Arab Emirates for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of U.S. embassies in United Arab Emirates?
The U.S. representative offices in United Arab Emirates will be closed in observance of the following UAE and U.S. holidays in 2026/2024:
- World Rabies Day (US) Mon, Sep 28, 2026 (0 minutes)
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Time in United States vs United Arab Emirates
Washington D.C., United States time is 10:00 hours behind Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates