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- Saudi Central Bank announces Ramadan Working Hours and Holidays for Banks and Remittance centers
Posted by : Aahil Shaik
Friday, February 28, 2025
Saudi Central Bank announces Ramadan Working Hours and Holidays for Banks and Remittance centers
Working hours of Saudi Arabian financial institutions throughout Ramadan and the Islamic holidays of Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha have been announced by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). Trending: Saudi Supreme court announces Saturday as the first day of holy Ramadan
Banks will remain available to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the fasting month, according to a statement uploaded to SAMA's official account on the "X" platform.
From 9:30 in the morning until 5:30 in the evening, visitors will have 6 flexible hours to access financial transfer centers and payment service providers.
In addition, SAMA shared the upcoming Eid holiday dates. Starting on Sunday, March 30 (01/10/1446 AH) and ending on Wednesday, April 2 (04/10/1446 AH), the Eid Al-Fitr holidays will be observed.
Thursday, June 5 (09/12/1446 AH) is the first day of the Eid Al-Adha festivities, which will end on Tuesday, June 10 (14/12/1446 AH). Most Viewed: Riyadh Metro opens one more station
Financial institutions, currency exchanges, and payment service providers in Makkah, Madinah, and the border crossings will be open to assist Umrah performers and pilgrims even though it is a holiday.
In order to maintain service over the Eid holidays, some branches in heavily populated locations will also be open at specific times.
Taking these precautions will help guarantee that residents and visitors together have access to banking services during these holy times. Follow Saudi Expatriates on X platform
Saudi Central Bank announces Ramadan Working Hours and Holidays for banks and remittance centers. Saudi-Expatriates.com