Eid Al Fitr 2025 confirmed: Pakistan, India and all the countries that have announced official dates
The sighting of Shawwal crescent marks the end of Ramadan and start of Eid
DUBAI: As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, Muslim-majority countries worldwide have begun announcing the official dates for Eid Al Fitr 2025, based on the sighting of the Shawwal crescent moon.
This annual festival marks the end of fasting and is celebrated with communal prayers, feasts, and charitable acts.
UAE
The UAE's Moon-sighting Committee announced that Sunday will mark Eid Al Fitr, with Ramadan concluding on Saturday.
Qatar
Authorities confirmed Eid Al Fitr will be on Sunday, March 30, making Saturday the final day of Ramadan.
Pakistan
Pakistan has officially declared that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on Monday, March 31, 2025. The announcement follows expectations that the Shawwal crescent moon will be visible to the naked eye on Sunday, March 30, concluding the 29 days of Ramadan.
India
Similarly, India has confirmed that Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, 2025. With the 28th day of Ramadan concluding on March 29, authorities anticipate the crescent moon sighting on March 30, marking the end of the holy month.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh has announced that Eid Al Fitr will commence on Monday, March 31, 2025. As the sun sets on the 28th day of Ramadan, the crescent moon is expected to be visible on March 30, signaling the beginning of the festive celebrations.
Indonesia
Indonesia has officially declared that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on Monday, March 31, 2025. The decision comes after the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Saturday, March 29, indicating that Ramadan will complete 30 days.
Malaysia
Malaysia has confirmed that Eid Al Fitr will begin on Monday, March 31, 2025. Authorities anticipate the crescent moon sighting on March 30, marking the end of Ramadan and the start of the Eid festivities.
Brunei
Brunei has officially announced that Eid Al Fitr will be celebrated on Monday, March 31, 2025. With the 28th day of Ramadan concluding, the crescent moon is expected to be visible on March 30, signaling the end of the fasting month.
Australia
The Australian Fatwa Council has declared that Eid Al Fitr will be observed on Monday, March 31, 2025. This decision is based on astronomical data indicating that the Shawwal crescent will be born on March 29, after sunset, making it visible on March 30.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has officially announced that Eid Al Fitr will be on Monday, March 31, 2025. This follows sunset marking the 28th day of Ramadan, with the crescent moon predicted to be visible to the naked eye on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Oman
Oman has confirmed that Eid Al Fitr will also be observed on Monday, March 31, 2025, following a similar lunar observation.
Iran
Iran has officially declared that Eid Al Fitr will fall on Monday, March 31, 2025, based on the expected crescent moon sighting on Sunday, March 30, 2025.
United States and United Kingdom
In countries like the United States and the United Kingdom, the date of Eid Al Fitr is also contingent upon moon sightings. Muslim communities in these nations often rely on local moon sighting committees or follow announcements from countries like Saudi Arabia to determine the start of Eid.