Saudi Banking Hours During Ramadan, Eid, and Hajj 2024

Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has officially announced adjusted working hours for banks and money transfer centers during the holy month of Ramadan in 2024, along with holiday closures for Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha. This information is important for anyone planning financial transactions or banking needs during these periods. To help you manage your banking, here’s a breakdown of the schedule.

Ramadan Working Hours

During Ramadan, bank branches will be opening at 10:00 AM and closing at 4:00 PM. Money transfer centers will operate with flexible hours from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

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Eid-Al-Fitr Holiday

In observance of Eid Al-Fitr, financial institutions will be closed for a nine-day period starting on April 5th, 2024. The last working day before the holiday is April 4th, with services resuming on April 14th.

Eid-Al-Adha Holiday

Eid Al-Adha will also bring a nine-day closure for banks and money transfer centers in 2024. Businesses will close on June 14th and reopen on June 23rd. The last opportunity to conduct banking activities at branches before the holiday is June 13th.

Special Considerations for Hajj Season

To ensure smooth banking services for the surge of Hajj pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah, the Saudi Central Bank mandates that banks, foreign exchange centers, and payment companies remain operational throughout the season, including weekends. Additionally, SAMA requires banks to keep select branches open in highly populated areas, border crossings, and airports during the holiday period to serve both residents and visitors.