Vanuatu Public Holidays 2026

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

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                        About Public Holidays in Vanuatu

                        Public holidays in Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu 2026

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2026ThursdayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        February 21, 2026SaturdayMémoire du père de l'indépendance Rév. Dr. W.H. LiniPublic Holiday
                        February 22, 2026SundayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday
                        March 5, 2026ThursdayFête des chefs coutumiersPublic Holiday
                        April 3, 2026FridayVendredi saintPublic Holiday
                        April 6, 2026MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2026FridayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 14, 2026ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        July 24, 2026FridayJournée Mondiale des EnfantsPublic Holiday
                        July 30, 2026ThursdayJour de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2026SaturdayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        August 16, 2026SundayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday
                        October 5, 2026MondayConstitution DayPublic Holiday
                        October 29, 2026ThursdayJour de l'UnitéPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2026FridayNoëlPublic Holiday
                        December 26, 2026SaturdayFête de FamillePublic Holiday
                        December 27, 2026SundayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday
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                        All Public Holidays in Vanuatu 2027

                        DateDayHolidayType
                        January 1, 2027FridayNouvel AnPublic Holiday
                        February 21, 2027SundayMémoire du père de l'indépendance Rév. Dr. W.H. LiniPublic Holiday
                        February 22, 2027MondayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday
                        March 5, 2027FridayFête des chefs coutumiersPublic Holiday
                        March 26, 2027FridayVendredi saintPublic Holiday
                        March 29, 2027MondayLundi de PâquesPublic Holiday
                        May 1, 2027SaturdayFête du travailPublic Holiday
                        May 6, 2027ThursdayAscensionPublic Holiday
                        July 24, 2027SaturdayJournée Mondiale des EnfantsPublic Holiday
                        July 30, 2027FridayJour de l'IndépendancePublic Holiday
                        August 15, 2027SundayAssomptionPublic Holiday
                        August 16, 2027MondayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday
                        October 5, 2027TuesdayConstitution DayPublic Holiday
                        October 29, 2027FridayJour de l'UnitéPublic Holiday
                        December 25, 2027SaturdayNoëlPublic Holiday
                        December 26, 2027SundayFête de FamillePublic Holiday
                        December 27, 2027MondayJour férié légauxPublic Holiday

                        Frequently Asked Questions

                        How many public holidays are there in Vanuatu?

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

                        Do businesses close on public holidays in Vanuatu?

                        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 Vanuatu?

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