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FULL LIST: Countries that don’t declare Eid-el-fitir holiday

As Eid-el-Fitir holidays are largely observed in many nations, some countries do not officially declare it a public holiday.

Here is the full list of countries that don’t declare the Eid-el-fitir holiday:

Canada:

Despite its multiculturalism, Eid isn’t a designated public holiday, yet Muslims nationwide celebrate with prayers, feasts, and cultural festivities.

Brazil

Eid-el-fitir isn’t recognised as a public holiday in Brazil, reflecting its diverse religious landscape.

Argentina

With a predominantly Catholic population, Eid isn’t an official public holiday in Argentina.

United States

While Muslims are free to celebrate Eid, it doesn’t hold official holiday status, though communities gather for prayers and festivities.

South Africa

Though it boasts a significant Muslim population, Eid isn’t a national public holiday, though it’s celebrated within communities.

Netherlands

Eid isn’t an official public holiday in the Netherlands, yet Muslims observe it through private gatherings and religious ceremonies.

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Switzerland

Despite its religious diversity, Eid isn’t recognized as a public holiday in Switzerland, where Christianity predominates.

Russia

With its primarily Orthodox Christian population, Russia doesn’t mark Eid as a public holiday.

Australia

Despite its sizable Muslim community, Eid isn’t recognized as a national holiday, though local celebrations thrive in regions with significant Muslim populations.

United Kingdom

Despite its diverse population, Eid isn’t designated as a public holiday, although it holds significant cultural importance for Muslims across the country.

France

Home to a substantial Muslim populace, France doesn’t declare Eid as a public holiday, yet Muslims commemorate it through private gatherings and community events.

Italy

Eid lacks official holiday status in Italy, a predominantly Catholic nation.

Note: In these countries, while Eid-el-fitir may not be officially declared a public holiday, its cultural and religious significance endures through community celebrations and personal observances.

Rachael Omidiji

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