Democratic Republic of the Congo Public Holidays 2026

View the complete list of public holidays and bank holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo for 2026. Plan your year ahead with official dates, weekdays, and observances.

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                        About Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo

                        Public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo are official observances that may affect government offices, schools, banks, businesses, and public services. These holidays often include national celebrations, religious observances, and important civic dates.

                        This calendar helps residents, travelers, employers, and families plan vacations, work schedules, school breaks, and business closures around official holiday dates.

                        Working Days and Business Closures

                        On major public holidays, many government offices, banks, schools, and private businesses may close or operate with reduced hours. Opening times for shops, restaurants, transport, and local services can vary.

                        Always check with local authorities, employers, or service providers for exact opening hours during public holidays.

                        All Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        January 4, 2026SundayMartyrs de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        January 5, 2026MondayMartyrs de l'Indépendance (jour substitut)Public Holiday
                        January 16, 2026FridayJournée du Héro National Laurent Désiré KabilaPublic Holiday
                        January 17, 2026SaturdayJournée du Héro National Patrice Emery LumumbaPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 17, 2026SundayJournée de la Révolution et des Forces ArméesPublic Holiday
                        May 18, 2026MondayJournée de la Révolution et des Forces Armées (jour substitut)Public Holiday
                        June 30, 2026TuesdayAnniversaire de IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 1, 2026SaturdayFête des parentsPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayNoëlPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        January 4, 2027MondayMartyrs de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        January 16, 2027SaturdayJournée du Héro National Laurent Désiré KabilaPublic Holiday
                        January 17, 2027SundayJournée du Héro National Patrice Emery LumumbaPublic Holiday
                        January 18, 2027MondayJournée du Héro National Patrice Emery Lumumba (jour substitut)Public Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 17, 2027MondayJournée de la Révolution et des Forces ArméesPublic Holiday
                        June 30, 2027WednesdayAnniversaire de IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 1, 2027SundayFête des parentsPublic Holiday
                        August 2, 2027MondayFête des parents (jour substitut)Public Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayNoëlPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

                        The number of public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo can vary by year depending on official calendars, weekends, and local observances.

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

                        Many government offices, banks, schools, and businesses close on major public holidays, although private businesses may follow different schedules.

                        Are public holidays the same every year?

                        Some holidays fall on fixed dates every year, while others change because they are based on weekends, religious calendars, or official yearly announcements.

                        How can I take fewer PTO days but get more time off in Democratic Republic of the Congo?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Democratic Republic of the Congo that fall closest to a weekend and tells you exactly how many PTO or vacation days to book to turn them into the longest possible consecutive break.

                        What is the "Smart Time Off" feature?

                        Smart Time Off highlights the single best upcoming opportunity to bridge a public holiday in Democratic Republic of the Congo with a weekend using the fewest PTO or vacation days, so you can plan ahead for the biggest break with the least time taken off work.

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