To mark the end of Ramadan, Qatar’s Crescent Sighting Committee has asked residents to observe (sight) the Shawwal crescent on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
The committee will meet that evening to review testimony and confirm the date.
The final announcement determines if Eid occurs on March 19 or 20, 2026.
Meanwhile, the Saudi Supreme Court has called on Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the Shawwal crescent on Wednesday evening, March 18. According to the Umm Al Qura calendar, Wednesday corresponds to the 29th of Ramadan 1447 AH.
Eid Al Fitr 2026: Oman to sight Shawwal crescent on Thursday evening
The Main Committee for Moon Sighting in Oman will meet on Thursday evening to observe the crescent moon marking the start of Shawwal for 1447 AH. Citizens and residents are asked to look out for the crescent and report sightings to the relevant committees.
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