Today, Sunday, 7 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 — corresponding to May 24, 2026 — three important news for Saudi citizens: early payment of public sector salaries, the start of bank holidays for Eid al-Adha, and the first press briefing for the Hajj season.
📌 First: May salaries paid today
The Ministry of Finance approved advancing the payment of public sector employees’ salaries for May to today, Sunday, May 24, instead of their regular date on the 27th of each month. The reason? The usual payment date coincides with the first day of Eid al-Adha.
The ministry stated that the step aims to enable employees to meet Eid needs and secure living requirements before the arrival of the rituals. The measure comes as part of the government’s efforts to consider official occasions and facilitate procedures for workers.
In simple words: Your salary has been paid early today 🎉 in preparation for Eid.
📌 Second: Bank holidays for Eid al-Adha start today
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced that the Eid al-Adha holiday for banks and financial institutions begins today, Sunday, May 24, and continues until the end of Thursday, May 28. This means a 5-day holiday for the banking sector.
Therefore, if you have a banking transaction — complete it today before Asr prayer, otherwise, you will have to wait until next week. 👇
📌 Third: First press briefing for Hajj season 1447
The Unified Media Operations Center for Hajj at the Ministry of Information will hold the first press briefing for this year’s Hajj season 1447 AH at 7:30 PM today.
Official spokespeople from the ministries of Information, Interior, Hajj and Umrah, Health, and Transport will participate in the briefing. They will announce important details about this year’s Hajj plans — stay tuned for the details.
📌 Additional news: Real Estate Fund deposits 1.078 billion
The Real Estate Development Fund deposited today 1.078 billion riyals into the accounts of beneficiaries of the housing support program for May. More than 5.4 billion riyals in total support provided since the beginning of 2026.
🗓️ Today’s date: Sunday, May 24, 2026 — 7 Dhu al-Hijjah 1447 AH
📰 Sources: Saudi Ministry of Finance, Saudi Central Bank (SAMA), Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Real Estate Development Fund
