Qatar has announced a national holiday following an historic referendum vote in the country.

The Amiri Diwan has announced that in celebration of the national unity demonstrated in the country, represented by the general referendum on the draft constitutional amendments to the permanent constitution, it has been decided that Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7 will be official holidays.

With Friday and Saturday being typical weekend days, it means there will be a four-day break for many in the country.

Qatar announces national holiday

Employees are set to resume work on Sunday, November 10.