Planning a trip, managing a team, or simply organising your year in Portugal? Knowing the public holiday calendar is essential. Here at Calendar Times UK, we’ve compiled the complete guide to Portugal bank holidays for 2025 and 2026. This article provides not just the full Portugal bank holidays 2025 list but also key insights into employee rights on public holidays in Portugal and employer obligations. If you’re looking for Good Friday 2025 in Portugal or Portugal’s national holidays in 2026, we’ve got you covered.
Complete List: National Public Holidays in Portugal
Portugal has a set of mandatory holidays observed nationwide. These National holiday days are paid time off for most employees. Below are the official dates for 2025, 2026, and the preliminary dates for 2027.
Portugal Bank Holidays 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wednesday | New Year’s Day |
| 18 Apr | Friday | Good Friday (Sexta-feira Santa) |
| 20 Apr | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 25 Apr | Friday | Liberty Day (Dia da Liberdade) |
| 1 May | Thursday | Labour Day |
| 10 Jun | Tuesday | Portugal Day (Dia de Portugal) |
| 19 Jun | Thursday | Corpus Christi |
| 15 Aug | Friday | Assumption of Mary |
| 5 Oct | Sunday | Republic Day |
| 1 Nov | Saturday | All Saints’ Day |
| 1 Dec | Monday | Restoration of Independence |
| 8 Dec | Monday | Immaculate Conception |
| 25 Dec | Thursday | Christmas Day |
Portugal Bank Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 3 Apr | Friday | Good Friday |
| 5 Apr | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 25 Apr | Saturday | Liberty Day |
| 1 May | Friday | Labour Day |
| 4 Jun | Thursday | Corpus Christi |
| 10 Jun | Wednesday | Portugal Day |
| 15 Aug | Saturday | Assumption of Mary |
| 5 Oct | Monday | Republic Day |
| 1 Nov | Sunday | All Saints’ Day |
| 1 Dec | Tuesday | Restoration of Independence |
| 8 Dec | Tuesday | Immaculate Conception |
| 25 Dec | Friday | Christmas Day |
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Portugal Bank Holidays 2027
Please note: 2027 dates are estimates and will be confirmed officially later.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 26 Mar | Friday | Good Friday |
| 28 Mar | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 25 Apr | Sunday | Liberty Day |
| 1 May | Saturday | Labour Day |
| 27 May | Thursday | Corpus Christi |
| 10 Jun | Thursday | Portugal Day |
| 15 Aug | Sunday | Assumption of Mary |
| 5 Oct | Tuesday | Republic Day |
| 1 Nov | Monday | All Saints’ Day |
| 1 Dec | Wednesday | Restoration of Independence |
| 8 Dec | Wednesday | Immaculate Conception |
| 25 Dec | Saturday | Christmas Day |
Regional and District Holidays in Portugal
Beyond the national Feriados in Portugal, there are numerous district holidays and regional observances in the Azores and Madeira. These municipal holidays in Portugal are not mandatory nationwide, but are important locally. For example, Lisbon celebrates St. Anthony’s Day on June 13th, while Porto honors St. John’s Day on June 24th. If you’re in a specific region, it’s worth checking the local regional holidays in the Portugal 2025 calendar.
Employee Rights on Public Holidays in Portugal
Under the Portuguese labor code, a public holiday in Portugal is generally a paid day off. Key employee rights on public holidays in Portugal include:
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Entitlement to a day of rest without loss of pay.
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If a holiday falls on your normal weekly rest day (usually Sunday), there is no automatic right to a substitute rest day unless your contract says so.
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These rights apply to full-time, part-time, and fixed-term employees.
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Employer Obligations for Public Holidays
Employer obligations for holidays in Portugal are strict. Businesses must comply with the labor law during Portuguese holidays.
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You must give employees notice if they are required to work on a holiday.
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Sectors like healthcare and hospitality (continuous operation sectors) can require work, but must provide proper compensation.
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Terms in a collective bargaining agreement can also dictate specific rules.
Working on a Public Holiday: Compensation and Pay
So, what about working on a public holiday in Portugal pay? The rules are clear. An employee who works on a national holiday is entitled to holiday compensation pay—a 100% increase on their normal hourly rate. This means they effectively get double pay for each hour worked, a significant right protected by law.
Key Observances and Optional Holidays in Portugal
Portugal’s culture is rich with observances of Portugal and the Saints’ days in Portugal. While not public holidays, days like Shrove Tuesday, Portugal (Carnival), and Valentine’s Day are widely celebrated. Many of these optional holiday days may be granted at the employer’s discretion.
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FAQs
Q1. How many public holidays are there in Portugal?
There are 13 nationwide public holidays in Portugal. However, employees may have additional days off for regional or municipal holidays.
Q2. Do I get paid extra for working a bank holiday in Portugal?
Yes. The Portuguese labor code entitles you to a 100% pay increase (double pay) for each hour worked on a mandatory national holiday.
Q3. Is Shrove Tuesday a public holiday in Portugal?
No, Shrove Tuesday (Carnival) is an optional holiday. Employers are not legally obliged to give a paid day off, but many do.
Q4. What are the holidays in Lisbon that are not national?
The main local holiday in Lisbon is St. Anthony’s Day on June 13th. This is a district holiday specific to Lisbon.
We hope this guide from Calendar Times UK helps you navigate the Portugal bank holidays calendar with ease. For the most authoritative information, always check the Link to Official Government Sources (gov.pt).
And if you’re also planning for time in other countries, explore our guides on UK bank holidays 2026 and French bank holidays.
