According to astronomical calculations and moon observations, February 18, 2026, will be the last day of the month of Sha'ban, after which Ramadan will begin on February 19, according to the Islamic Hijri calendar of the year 1447.
Among the countries that have officially confirmed the start of fasting from February 19 are Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Indonesia, Brunei, Oman, Singapore, Australia, Japan, Pakistan, India, Malaysia, and South Korea.
The European Council for Fatwas and Research also supported the decision to begin the month of Ramadan on February 19.
