13 official public holidays in 2025, 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.
Independence Day
Friday, January 31
From Friday, January 31 to Sunday, February 2
Good Friday
Friday, April 18
From Friday, April 18 to Sunday, April 20
Easter Monday
Monday, April 21
From Saturday, April 19 to Monday, April 21
Easter Tuesday
Tuesday, April 22
From Saturday, April 19 to Tuesday, April 22 · 1 day of leave
RONPhos Handover Day
Tuesday, July 1
From Saturday, June 28 to Tuesday, July 1 · 1 day of leave
Ibumin Earoeni Day
Tuesday, August 19
From Saturday, August 16 to Tuesday, August 19 · 1 day of leave
Sir Hammer DeRoburt Day
Thursday, September 25
From Thursday, September 25 to Sunday, September 28 · 1 day of leave
Christmas Day
Thursday, December 25
From Thursday, December 25 to Sunday, December 28 · 1 day of leave
Boxing Day
Friday, December 26
From Friday, December 26 to Sunday, December 28
Source: Nager.Date. Before an appointment, check for closures with the French embassy. See also 2026 public holidays.