Mauritius Public Holidays 2026

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

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                        About Public Holidays in Mauritius

                        Public holidays in Mauritius 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 Mauritius 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNew Year's DayPublic Holiday
                        January 2, 2026FridayNew Year HolidayPublic Holiday
                        February 1, 2026SundayAbolition of SlaveryPublic Holiday
                        February 1, 2026SundayThaipoosam CavadeePublic Holiday
                        February 15, 2026SundayMaha ShivaratreePublic Holiday
                        February 17, 2026TuesdayChinese Spring FestivalPublic Holiday
                        March 12, 2026ThursdayNational DayPublic Holiday
                        March 19, 2026ThursdayUgadiPublic Holiday
                        March 21, 2026SaturdayEid-Ul-FitrPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayLabour DayPublic Holiday
                        September 16, 2026WednesdayGanesh ChaturthiPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2026SundayAll Saints' DayPublic Holiday
                        November 2, 2026MondayArrival of Indentured LabourersPublic Holiday
                        November 8, 2026SundayDivaliPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayChristmas DayPublic Holiday
                        Show 2027 public holidays

                        All Public Holidays in Mauritius 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNew Year's DayPublic Holiday
                        January 2, 2027SaturdayNew Year HolidayPublic Holiday
                        January 20, 2027WednesdayThaipoosam CavadeePublic Holiday
                        February 1, 2027MondayAbolition of SlaveryPublic Holiday
                        February 6, 2027SaturdayChinese Spring FestivalPublic Holiday
                        March 7, 2027SundayMaha ShivaratreePublic Holiday
                        March 9, 2027TuesdayEid-Ul-FitrPublic Holiday
                        March 12, 2027FridayNational DayPublic Holiday
                        April 7, 2027WednesdayUgadiPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayLabour DayPublic Holiday
                        September 5, 2027SundayGanesh ChaturthiPublic Holiday
                        October 29, 2027FridayDivaliPublic Holiday
                        November 1, 2027MondayAll Saints' DayPublic Holiday
                        November 2, 2027TuesdayArrival of Indentured LabourersPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayChristmas DayPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Mauritius?

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

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Mauritius?

                        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 Mauritius?

                        Use the "Best Time to Take PTO / Vacation" section on this page. It automatically finds the public holidays in Mauritius 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 Mauritius 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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