9 official public holidays in 2026, with 8 bridge days or long weekends. Government offices and consulates are usually closed on these days.
Next public holiday
Natal
Friday, December 25 2026
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 de Ano Novo
Thursday, January 1
From Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4 · 1 day of leave
Dia do Heroi Nacional
Tuesday, February 3
From Saturday, January 31 to Tuesday, February 3 · 1 day of leave
Dia da Mulher
Tuesday, April 7
From Saturday, April 4 to Tuesday, April 7 · 1 day of leave
Dia do Trabalhador
Friday, May 1
From Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3
Dia da Independência
Thursday, June 25
From Thursday, June 25 to Sunday, June 28 · 1 day of leave
Dia da Victória
Monday, September 7
From Saturday, September 5 to Monday, September 7
Dia da Revolução
Friday, September 25
From Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27
Natal
Friday, December 25
From Friday, December 25 to Sunday, December 27
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy.