As Ramadan 2025 approaches, many businesses and services in Egypt are adjusting their operating hours to accommodate the needs of citizens during the holy month. Whether you’re planning your daily routine, banking transactions, or commuting, here’s everything you need to know about the new timings for various sectors.

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Notary & Real Estate Registry Offices

Morning Shift: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Evening Shift (for offices that typically operate at night): 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Friday Working Offices: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Banking Hours During Ramadan

For Customers: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM
For Employees: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
ATM Services: Increased cash supply and monitoring to ensure uninterrupted 24/7 availability.

Cairo Metro Ramadan Timings

To accommodate the increased demand for transportation, the Cairo Metro will extend its operating hours during Ramadan:

Service Extended Until: 2:00 AM
Last Train Departures:
- Line 1 (Helwan – New Marg):
  - Last train from Helwan: 12:15 AM
  - Last train from New Marg: 12:30 AM
- Line 2 (Shubra El-Kheima – Mounib):
  - Last train from Shubra El-Kheima: 12:30 AM
  - Last train from Mounib: 12:35 AM
- Line 3 (Adly Mansour – Attaba):
  - Last train from Adly Mansour: 12:15 AM
  - Last train from Attaba: 12:55 AM

Key Metro Connection Points:

Line 3 meets Line 2 at Attaba at: 12:55 AM
Line 1 meets Line 2 at Sadat at: 1:00 AM

Shop, Restaurant & Café Operating Hours

Closing Time: 2:00 AM
Delivery Services: Available 24/7 for restaurants & cafés
Workshops in Residential Areas: Must close by 10:00 PM
Exceptions: Essential businesses like supermarkets, bakeries, pharmacies, and fresh produce markets will remain open.

Private Sector Working Hours in Ramadan

Governed by Egyptian labor law, which sets a maximum of 8 hours daily and 48 hours weekly.
Employers may adjust working hours based on operational needs.

When Does Ramadan 2025 Start?

First Day of Ramadan: Saturday, March 1, 2025
Last Day of Sha’ban: Friday, February 28, 2025

Plan Your Schedule Accordingly!

These adjustments aim to facilitate smoother operations and convenience for everyone during Ramadan 2025. Stay informed and plan your daily activities around these updated working hours!

For more Ramadan updates and essential guides, stay tuned to El-Shai!