8 official public holidays in 2026, with 5 bridge days or long weekends. Government offices and consulates are usually closed on these days.
Next public holiday
Dia de São Tomé
Monday, December 21 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.
Ano Novo
Thursday, January 1
From Thursday, January 1 to Sunday, January 4 · 1 day of leave
Dia dos Mártires
Tuesday, February 3
From Saturday, January 31 to Tuesday, February 3 · 1 day of leave
Dia do trabalhador
Friday, May 1
From Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3
Dia de São Tomé
Monday, December 21
From Saturday, December 19 to Monday, December 21
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.