Public holidays in Egypt 2026
National and available regional public holidays for 2026, with country-specific scope notes and planning links.
2026 holiday list
What the list covers
The typical government weekend is Friday and Saturday. Islamic holiday dates may depend on official religious or government announcements and can change by a day.
Typical weekend
This guide treats Friday and Saturday as the standard weekend when calculating working days and holiday breaks.
Source and coverage
Official annual calendar checked. Official 2026 closure dates. The 2027 list is a partial planning baseline until the Presidency publishes it.
Primary source: Presidency of Egypt national holiday calendar. Critical payroll, legal and travel dates should still be confirmed with the relevant local authority.
Frequently asked questions
Are these all public holidays in Egypt?
The typical government weekend is Friday and Saturday. Islamic holiday dates may depend on official religious or government announcements and can change by a day.
Are regional holidays included for 2026?
This page states its exact geographic scope beside the primary source. Regional and municipal dates outside that scope are not implied.
How often should I recheck 2026 dates?
Recheck before booking travel, running payroll or relying on a date for a legal deadline, especially when holidays are proclamation- or observation-based.