20 official public holidays in 2027, 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.
Jour de l'an
Friday, January 1
From Friday, January 1 to Sunday, January 3
Carnaval
Monday, February 8
From Saturday, February 6 to Monday, February 8
Carnaval
Tuesday, February 9
From Saturday, February 6 to Tuesday, February 9 · 1 day of leave
Jeudi saint
Thursday, March 25
From Thursday, March 25 to Sunday, March 28 · 1 day of leave
Vendredi saint
Friday, March 26
From Friday, March 26 to Sunday, March 28
Ascension
Thursday, May 6
From Thursday, May 6 to Sunday, May 9 · 1 day of leave
Jour du Drapeau et de l'Université
Tuesday, May 18
From Saturday, May 15 to Tuesday, May 18 · 1 day of leave
Fête-Dieu
Thursday, May 27
From Thursday, May 27 to Sunday, May 30 · 1 day of leave
La Toussaint
Monday, November 1
From Saturday, October 30 to Monday, November 1
Jour des Morts
Tuesday, November 2
From Saturday, October 30 to Tuesday, November 2 · 1 day of leave
Vertières
Thursday, November 18
From Thursday, November 18 to Sunday, November 21 · 1 day of leave
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.