Planning your finances or trips around Ecuador bank holidays? You’re in the right place. Ecuador recognizes 8–10 public holidays in Ecuador as official non-working days each year, including Carnival Monday, Carnival Tuesday, and Good Friday. Under Ecuador’s holiday law (Decree 2369), public sector offices and banks close on all national holiday dates in Ecuador.
Below are your complete Ecuador bank holidays for the next three years—including religious holidays, Christian observance days, seasonal equinox and solstice dates, and bank closing days.
Public Holidays in Ecuador
Ecuador’s public holidays mix patriotic celebrations, religious traditions, and cultural observances.
Ecuador Bank Holidays 2026
Below are the Ecuador bank holidays for 2026.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 16 Feb | Monday | Carnival |
| 17 Feb | Tuesday | Carnival |
| 3 Apr | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May | Friday | Labor Day |
| 25 May | Monday | Battle of Pichincha Holiday |
| 10 Aug | Monday | Independence Day (National Day) |
| 9 Oct | Friday | Independence of Guayaquil |
| 2 Nov | Monday | All Souls’ Day |
| 3 Nov | Tuesday | Independence of Cuenca |
| 25 Dec | Friday | Christmas Day |
Ecuador Bank Holidays 2027
Below are the Ecuador bank holidays and dates for 2027.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 8 Feb | Monday | Carnival |
| 9 Feb | Tuesday | Carnival |
| 26 Mar | Friday | Good Friday |
| 30 Apr | Friday | Labour Day Holiday |
| 24 May | Monday | Battle of Pichincha Holiday |
| 9 Aug | Monday | National Day Holiday |
| 8 Oct | Friday | Independence of Guayaquil Holiday |
| 1 Nov | Monday | Independence of Cuenca Holiday |
| 2 Nov | Tuesday | All Souls’ Day |
| 25 Dec | Saturday | Christmas Day |
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Ecuador Bank Holidays 2028
Below are the Ecuador bank holidays and dates for 2028.
| Date | Day | Holiday Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Saturday | New Year’s Day |
| 28 Feb | Monday | Carnival |
| 29 Feb | Tuesday | Carnival |
| 14 Apr | Friday | Good Friday |
| 1 May | Monday | Labour Day Holiday |
| 26 May | Friday | Battle of Pichincha Holiday |
| 11 Aug | Friday | National Day Holiday |
| 9 Oct | Monday | Independence of Guayaquil |
| 2 Nov | Thursday | All Souls’ Day |
| 3 Nov | Friday | Independence of Cuenca |
| 25 Dec | Monday | Christmas Day |
Religious & Christian Observances Affecting Banks
While not all are official bank closing days, these religious holidays influence business hours:
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Maundy Thursday – Observed nationally; many banks close early.
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Good Friday – Full bank closure (national holiday).
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Holy Saturday – Partial observance; government offices closed.
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Easter Sunday – All banks closed.
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Christmas Day – Full closure.
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All Souls’ Day – Full closure (2 November).
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Simón BolÃvar’s Birthday – Observance only (no bank closure).
Seasonal Holidays (Equinox & Solstice)
| Event | 2026 Date | 2027 Date | 2028 Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| March Equinox Ecuador | 20 Mar | 20 Mar | 19 Mar |
| June Solstice Ecuador | 21 Jun | 21 Jun | 20 Jun |
| September Equinox Ecuador | 22 Sep | 22 Sep | 22 Sep |
| December Solstice Ecuador | 21 Dec | 21 Dec | 21 Dec |
Bridge Holidays & Long Weekends in Ecuador
Ecuador’s labor code creates a bridge holiday in Ecuador when a holiday falls on a Tuesday or Thursday. This gives you a long weekend in Ecuador without using extra vacation days.
Example long weekends in 2026–2028:
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May 2026 – Battle of Pichincha (Monday) → 3‑day weekend
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August 2026 – Independence Day (Monday) → 3‑day weekend
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November 2027 – Independence of Cuenca (Monday) + All Souls’ Day (Tuesday) → 4‑day weekend
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February 2028 – Carnival Monday + Tuesday → perfect for travel
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FAQs
Q1. Are banks closed on Carnival Monday and Tuesday in Ecuador?
Yes. Both days are official non-working days under Ecuador holiday law, so all public and private banks remain closed.
Q2. Does Good Friday count as a bank holiday in Ecuador?
Yes. Good Friday in Ecuador is a national holiday, meaning banks, government offices, and most businesses close.
Q3. What happens if a public holiday falls on a weekend?
It may be moved to the following Monday. For example, National Day Holiday replaces a weekend Independence Day, ensuring a weekday off.
Q4. Are equinox and solstice days bank holidays in Ecuador?
No. These are seasonal equinox and solstice dates for astronomical reference only. Banks operate normal hours.
Q5. Where can I find the official Ecuador bank holiday list?
Visit turismo.gob.ec or check the Ministry of Labor Ecuador website for legal updates on public sector holidays in Ecuador.
Official References
