Singapore Bank Holidays for 2025 and 2026

Planning your year in Singapore starts with Singapore bank holidays. With 11 days marking the nation’s cultural diversity, from the Chinese New Year holiday to Deepavali, knowing the Singapore public holiday dates is key. This guide provides the full holiday calendar, helping you map out long weekends and understand key rules like the day off in lieu. Let’s dive into the official public holiday schedule for effective holiday planning in Singapore.

Singapore Bank Holidays 2025

Mark your calendars! Here are the official dates for the Singapore Bank Holidays 2025.

Singapore Bank Holidays 2026

Looking ahead? Here is the schedule for Singapore Bank Holidays 2026. These Singapore public holiday dates for 2026 are perfect for planning.

Singapore Bank Holidays 2027

Start envisioning your 2027 plans with these provisional dates for Singapore Bank Holidays 2027.

Key Singapore Public Holidays Explained

Singapore’s holidays reflect its multicultural fabric. Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji are major Islamic festivals, while Vesak Day celebrates the Buddha’s birth. Deepavali, the festival of lights, is a key Hindu celebration. Chinese New Year is a two-day festivity filled with family visits, and National Day on August 9th marks the country’s independence. Understanding these days adds richness to your experience of Singapore’s national holidays.

Long Weekends & Leave Planning Guide

2025 is a fantastic year for long weekends in Singapore. You get three confirmed long weekends right away: Good Friday (April 18-20), Vesak Day (May 10-12), and Deepavali (Oct 18-20).

But you can create even more! For a brilliant 5-day long weekend for Chinese New Year, take annual leave on Friday, January 31st. Furthermore, since Labor Day and Christmas Day fall on Thursdays, taking the following Friday off gives you two additional extended breaks. It’s the ultimate Singapore leave planning hack!

Singapore Holiday Rules: What You Need to Know

Navigating the rules ensures you get your full entitlement. The most important one to know concerns what happens when a public holiday falls on a Saturday.

If your rest day is on a Saturday and a public holiday falls on a Saturday, you should get an additional day off in lieu or be paid for that day. This day off in lieu of the Singapore rule is typically granted on the following Monday or another working day. This is a key part of the Employment Act that protects employees.

For the definitive source, always check the official public holiday dates on the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website.

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FAQs

Q1. What happens if a public holiday falls on a Saturday?

Yes, you are generally entitled to a day off in lieu. If a public holiday falls on your non-working day (e.g., a Saturday rest day), your employer should give you an extra day off or a paid substitute day.

Q2. How many public holidays are there in Singapore?

There are 11 official public holidays in Singapore each year.

Q3. Where can I find the official MOM public holiday list?

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website is the official source. You can find the complete and legally binding list at mom.gov.sg.

Q4. Are bank holidays the same as public holidays in Singapore?

Yes, for all practical purposes. The terms are used interchangeably, as banks and most businesses close on the national public holidays.

Q5. Is Polling Day always a public holiday?

No. Polling Day is only declared as a one-time public holiday when there is a general election or presidential election, to allow citizens to vote.

Q6. Are school holidays in Singapore the same as public holidays?

No. School holidays are longer breaks (e.g., March, June, and year-end) that are separate from the single-day national public holidays.

Remember to always double-check the official MOM website for any last-minute updates, and start building your perfect Singapore holiday calendar today!

Sources:

• Official MOM Public Holidays Page: mom.gov.sg
• Wikipedia: Public holidays in Singapore