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Islamic Date Today in Brunei

Live Hijri date calibrated to the official Bruneian Islamic Calendar (MABIMS Standard). Synchronized daily at 12:00 AM midnight (Asia/Brunei).

Official Brunei State Mufti Standard

Official Civil & Religious Calibration

Asia/Brunei • Midnight Rollover (12:00 AM)

Sunday, November 15, 2026

5 Jumādá al-ākhirah 1448 AH

Bruneian Islamic Calendar (MABIMS Standard) • Day 5 of Jumādá al-ākhirah

Hari Ini: Ahad

5 Jamadilakhir 1448 H

Piawaian Jabatan Mufti Kerajaan

Calendar System Bruneian Islamic Calendar (MABIMS Standard)

Reference Point State Mufti's Office & Bukit Agok Observatory, Tutong

Civil Rollover 12:00 AM Midnight

Moon Sighting Body State Mufti's Office & Ministry of Religious Affairs

Major Cities in Brunei

All regions across Brunei observe the official national Hijri date shown above:

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei-Muara · National Capital & Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

Bandar Seri Begawan

Kuala Belait Belait District · Commercial Oil & Gas Center

Kuala Belait

Seria Belait District · Oil Capital of Brunei

Seria

Tutong Tutong District · Central Coastal District Town

Tutong

Bangar Temburong District · Green Enclave Capital

Bangar

Muara Brunei-Muara · Principal Deepwater Port City

Muara

Key Islamic Events & Dates in Brunei (1448 AH)

Muslims across Brunei track official moon sighting declarations for major religious observances, particularly Ramadan and the two Eids:

Islamic Event	Hijri Date	Significance in Brunei
Start of Ramadan Holy Month	1 Ramadan 1448 AH	Nationwide fasting begins; special nightly Taraweeh prayers across mosques
Laylat al-Qadr 27th Night	27 Ramadan 1448 AH	The Night of Power, marked by night vigils, Qiyam al-Layl, and Quran recitation
Eid al-Fitr Celebration	1 Shawwal 1448 AH	Official celebration marking the blessed conclusion of the fasting month of Ramadan
Day of Arafah Pinnacle of Hajj	9 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Recommended voluntary Sunnah fasting day as pilgrims assemble on Mount Arafat
Eid al-Adha Feast of Sacrifice	10 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH	Feast of the Sacrifice; communal morning Eid prayers and Qurbani / Udhiyah
Islamic New Year New Hijri Year	1 Muharram 1449 AH	Beginning of the new Hijri lunar year and commemoration of the historic Hijrah
Day of Ashura Sunnah Fast	10 Muharram 1449 AH	Recommended voluntary fasting day commemorating the deliverance of Prophet Musa (AS)

Islamic Date Today in Brunei — 2D Motion Design Illustration of Lunar Calendar and Crescent Moon — Illustration The official Islamic lunar calendar system and the Hilal crescent moon in Brunei.

Sultanate Sighting Protocol & MABIMS Accord

How the Islamic Calendar Operates in Brunei

The Sultanate of Brunei Darussalam operates an authoritative Islamic calendar guided by the **State Mufti's Office** (Jabatan Mufti Kerajaan) and the Ministry of Religious Affairs (KHEU). Sighting declarations are made with imperial precision under the regional MABIMS standard.

At a Glance: The Brunei Calendar in 3 Key Points

State Mufti Sovereign Guidance: Sighting sessions are directed by the State Mufti with Sharia court judges present at official hill stations.
Bukit Agok and Bukit Shahbandar Posts: Established observation stations equipped with modern astronomical tracking gear.
MABIMS Regional Harmony: Brunei collaborates closely with Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore to ensure harmonious celebrations.

The Bruneian Sighting Assembly

On the 29th of each lunar month, observation teams deploy to Bukit Agok, Bukit Shahbandar, and Bukit Ambog. Live transmissions are relayed to the Ministry of Religious Affairs in Bandar Seri Begawan.

The MABIMS Sighting Criteria

Brunei strictly enforces the unified MABIMS criteria (crescent altitude $\ge 3^\circ$, elongation $\ge 6.4^\circ$). Sighting claims below these parameters are reviewed rigorously by the Sharia court.

Day Transition Dynamics

The civil calendar updates at 12:00 AM midnight Brunei Time (BNT / Asia/Brunei, UTC+8), while the spiritual night begins with the Maghrib prayer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding the Islamic calendar, time zones, and moon sightings in Brunei.

What is the Islamic date today in Brunei?

Today's date is calculated according to the official State Mufti and KHEU standard in the Asia/Brunei time zone.

Who announces Ramadan and Hari Raya in Brunei?

The Ministry of Religious Affairs with the command of His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam.

Is the date the same in Bandar Seri Begawan, Tutong, and Belait?

Yes. A single calendar applies across all four districts of Brunei.

Does Brunei use the MABIMS criteria?

Yes. Brunei is a founding member of MABIMS alongside Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore.

What time zone is followed on this page?

Brunei Time (BNT / Asia/Brunei, UTC+8).

When does the date change in Brunei?

At 12:00 AM midnight BNT for civil records, and at Maghrib sunset for religious observance.

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