PH Embassy in Abu Dhabi to close for Arafat Day and Eid al-Adha holidays

The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi will suspend operations for four consecutive days later this month in observance of upcoming UAE public holidays.

The embassy will be closed from May 26 to May 29, 2026, covering Arafat Day on May 26 and the three-day Eid al-Adha celebration from May 27 to 29.

Filipinos in need of assistance during the closure period may reach embassy units through the following contact numbers via SMS, call, or WhatsApp: the Assistance-to-Nationals desk for OFWs at +971 56 270 9157, and for non-OFWs at +971 50 443 8003. The OWWA service line is available at +971 54 557 2121, while contract verification inquiries may be directed to +971 54 725 8482. For consular and other concerns, the dedicated line is +971 50 813 7836.

Those who prefer to reach the embassy by email may write to abudhabi.pe@dfa.gov.ph for general embassy matters, or mwo_abudhabi@dmw.gov.ph for Migrant Workers Office concerns.