15 official public holidays in 2028, with 11 bridge days or long weekends. Government offices and consulates are usually closed on these days.
A holiday on a Tuesday or Thursday: take just one day off for a four-day break. On a Monday or Friday: three days off without using any leave.
Dia da Libertação
Friday, February 4
From Friday, February 4 to Sunday, February 6
Carnaval
Monday, February 28
From Saturday, February 26 to Monday, February 28
Dia da Libertação da África Austral
Thursday, March 23
From Thursday, March 23 to Sunday, March 26 · 1 day of leave
Dia da Libertação da África Austral (Ponte)
Friday, March 24
From Friday, March 24 to Sunday, March 26
Dia da Paz (Ponte)
Monday, April 3
From Saturday, April 1 to Monday, April 3
Dia da Paz
Tuesday, April 4
From Saturday, April 1 to Tuesday, April 4 · 1 day of leave
Sexta Feira Santa
Friday, April 14
From Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16
Dia do Trabalhador
Monday, May 1
From Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1
Dia de Finados
Thursday, November 2
From Thursday, November 2 to Sunday, November 5 · 1 day of leave
Dia de Finados (Ponte)
Friday, November 3
From Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 5
Dia de Natal
Monday, December 25
From Saturday, December 23 to Monday, December 25
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.