Guinea-Bissau Public Holidays 2026
Guinea-Bissau observes 10 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 20 | Tuesday | Heroes Day | Public |
| Mar 8 | Sunday | International Women's Day | Public |
| Mar 20 | Friday | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 27 | Wednesday | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Public |
| Aug 3 | Monday | Pidjiguiti Day | Public |
| Sep 24 | Thursday | Independence Day | Public |
| Nov 14 | Saturday | Readjustment Movement Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Guinea-Bissau
Public holidays in Guinea-Bissau are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Guinea-Bissau have in 2026?
- Guinea-Bissau has 10 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Guinea-Bissau?
- The next public holiday in Guinea-Bissau is Pidjiguiti Day on August 3, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Guinea-Bissau?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Guinea-Bissau close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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