Are banks open half a day on the eve of Eid? June 5 bank working hours announced!

As Eid al-Adha approaches, one of the most curious topics for citizens is how to do their banking before the holiday. Many people are researching whether banks will be open and what their working hours will be on Thursday, June 5, 2025, the day of the holiday. The critical hours have been clarified for those who want to do their banking before the holiday.

Will Banks Work Half Day on the Eve of Eid?

According to official holiday practices, the days before religious holidays are usually spent with half-day work. Accordingly, on the eve of June 5th, banks across Turkey will serve their customers in the morning hours. Banks are expected to be closed in the afternoon. Authorities emphasize that citizens should complete their transactions by noon.

What Time Will Banks Close?

Banks will close on Thursday, June 5 at 13:00 for the official holiday. Any banking transactions made after this time will be postponed until the first business day after the holiday ends. Those who want to make money transfers, EFTs and other money transfers before the holiday are advised to go to bank branches without wasting time.

Both private and public banks will be open in the morning hours on the eve of Eid. However, all banks will stop providing service after noon. Citizens are advised to complete their banking transactions early in the day if possible to avoid congestion.

Attention Private Sector Employees!

The working hours of employees working in the private sector on the day of Eid may change at the discretion of the employer. Some workplaces may consider afternoon work as a paid holiday. Employees should make their plans by getting information about working hours on Eid from their workplaces.

Last Warning for Bank Transactions Before the Holiday

Those who want to complete their banking transactions without any problems before Eid al-Adha should go to the branches in the morning hours of June 5 and keep in mind that the bank branches will be closed after 13:00. Otherwise, money transfers and other transactions will be postponed to the first business day after the holiday.

(RealAgenda)

Source: News Center