11 official public holidays in 2028, with 9 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
Good Friday
Friday, April 14
From Friday, April 14 to Sunday, April 16
International Workers' Day
Monday, May 1
From Saturday, April 29 to Monday, May 1
Primer Grito de Independencia
Thursday, August 10
From Thursday, August 10 to Sunday, August 13 · 1 day of leave
Independencia de Guayaquil
Monday, October 9
From Saturday, October 7 to Monday, October 9
Día de los Difuntos, Día de Muertos
Thursday, November 2
From Thursday, November 2 to Sunday, November 5 · 1 day of leave
Independencia de Cuenca
Friday, November 3
From Friday, November 3 to Sunday, November 5
Día de Navidad
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.