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.
Carnaval
Monday, February 28
From Saturday, February 26 to Monday, February 28
Carnaval
Tuesday, February 29
From Saturday, February 26 to Tuesday, February 29 · 1 day of leave
Sexta-feira Santa
Friday, April 14
From Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16
Dia de Tiradentes
Friday, April 21
From Friday, April 21 to Sunday, April 23
Dia do Trabalhador
Monday, May 1
From Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1
Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 15
From Thursday, June 15 to Sunday, June 18 · 1 day of leave
Dia da Independência
Thursday, September 7
From Thursday, September 7 to Sunday, September 10 · 1 day of leave
Nossa Senhora Aparecida
Thursday, October 12
From Thursday, October 12 to Sunday, October 15 · 1 day of leave
Dia de Finados
Thursday, November 2
From Thursday, November 2 to Sunday, November 5 · 1 day of leave
Dia da Consciência Negra
Monday, November 20
From Saturday, November 18 to Monday, November 20
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.