How do you wish a Muslim 'Happy New Year'? (2025 guide)

How do you wish a Muslim 'Happy New Year'?

Happy New Year!

How do I wish a Muslim ‘Happy New Year?’ in Arabic?

Or in Arabic: al-sanat al-jadīdah

How do I wish a Muslim ‘Happy New Year?’ in Urdu?

Or in Urdu, a familiar language to many of our Pakistani heritage neighbours: nayya saal mubarak

You could say that to many of your Muslim neighbours, as most have Pakistani roots, but are also British and observe the western new year as well.

When is the Islamic New Year in 2025?

In 2025, the Islamic Year will start on 27th June 2025, depending on the sighting of the moon.

The Islamic New Year occurs at different times of the western calendar year because Islam uses a lunar calendar that started from the Hijra, the Flight of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622AD.

Muslims mark their New Year quietly, with prayer and reflection.