Public service salaries for May to be paid early ahead of Eid al-Adha

Thursday 14 May 2026 - 11:15

The Moroccan government is preparing to advance the payment of May 2026 salaries for civil servants and public sector employees ahead of Eid al-Adha, according to general administrative sources.

This decision, which is often taken during major religious celebrations, aims to support households in managing the additional expenses associated with the preparations for Eid. By receiving their wages earlier than usual, public employees will have more financial flexibility during this important period.

A source close to the Ministry of Economy and Finance indicated that the General Treasury services are currently working to complete the necessary banking operations so that payments can be processed before the usual payroll schedule.

Although an exact payment date has not yet been officially confirmed, the same source noted that funds will be released sufficiently in advance to ensure that families can organize their spending under appropriate conditions.

Astronomical forecasts suggest that Eid al-Adha is expected to fall on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, which explains the government’s decision to anticipate salary disbursement.