Jordan Announces Official Working Hours for Ramadan 2026

Jordan has confirmed official working hours for the holy month of Ramadan 2026 (1447H), introducing schedule adjustments across public institutions, schools, and banks to support fasting employees while ensuring uninterrupted services nationwide.

Public Sector: Reduced Hours

Under a directive issued by the Prime Minister, working hours for the public sector will run from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This applies to ministries, government departments, public institutions, state universities, municipalities, service councils, the Greater Amman Municipality, and state-owned companies.

Exceptions: Employees whose responsibilities require alternative hours may follow internal administrative arrangements.

Education Sector: Modified Timetables

The Ministry of Education announced the following adjustments:

• Education directorates: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Public schools (single shift): Classes start at 9:00 a.m. with 40-minute periods. Short breaks between lessons will be canceled, the eighth period removed, and the school day will conclude at 1:50 p.m.
• Double-shift schools: Each class period will last 35 minutes. The morning shift begins at 9:00 a.m., while the afternoon shift runs from 12:50 p.m. until 4:30 p.m.
• Private schools: Start times may vary due to transportation considerations; however, students must finish by 1:50 p.m.

Banking Sector

The Central Bank of Jordan has set the following Ramadan schedule for banks:

• Staff working hours: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Public service hours: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Evening operations: Banks are permitted to extend evening service hours after prior notification to the Central Bank.

Private Sector: Employer Discretion

The Ministry of Labor clarified that Jordanian labor law does not require reduced working hours for private-sector employees during Ramadan 1447H / 2026 CE. Working hours remain governed by employment contracts and existing labor regulations.

Ministry spokesperson Mohammad Al-Zyoud stated that private employers retain full authority to set their employees’ schedules. Businesses may modify working hours based on internal policies and operational needs, without mandatory government adjustments.

The overall framework is designed to accommodate fasting workers while maintaining essential services throughout the Kingdom during Ramadan.

Source: Roya News