12 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.
Errol Barrow Day
Friday, January 21
From Friday, January 21 to Sunday, January 23
Good Friday
Friday, April 14
From Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16
Easter Monday
Monday, April 17
From Saturday, April 15 to Monday, April 17
National Heroes' Day
Friday, April 28
From Friday, April 28 to Sunday, April 30
Labour Day
Monday, May 1
From Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1
Whit Monday
Monday, June 5
From Saturday, June 3 to Monday, June 5
Emancipation Day
Tuesday, August 1
From Saturday, July 29 to Tuesday, August 1 · 1 day of leave
Kadooment Day
Monday, August 7
From Saturday, August 5 to Monday, August 7
Independence Day
Thursday, November 30
From Thursday, November 30 to Sunday, December 3 · 1 day of leave
Christmas Day
Monday, December 25
From Saturday, December 23 to Monday, December 25
Boxing Day
Tuesday, December 26
From Saturday, December 23 to Tuesday, December 26 · 1 day of leave
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.