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Orthodox Christmas EvePublic holidayRegional
Observed in States: BA-SRP

Take Jan 5th, Jan 8th off

Days off: Jan 5–Jan 106-day weekend

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Weekday: 13Saturday: 4Sunday: 4

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Working Days: 248

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    New Year's DayPublic holiday

    New Year's Day

    Nationwide
  • Jan
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    New Year's HolidayPublic holidayWeekend

    New Year's Holiday

    Nationwide
  • Jan
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    Orthodox Christmas EvePublic holiday

    Orthodox Christmas Eve

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Jan 5, Jan 8 off

    Days off: Jan 5–106-day weekend
  • Jan
    7

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    Orthodox ChristmasPublic holiday

    Orthodox Christmas

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Jan 5, Jan 8 off

    Days off: Jan 5–106-day weekend
  • Jan
    9

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    Republic DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Republic Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP
  • Jan
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    Orthodox New Year's DayPublic holiday

    Orthodox New Year's Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Jan 15 off

    Days off: Jan 14–174-day weekend
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    Independence DayPublic holiday

    Independence Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Feb 26, Mar 2 off

    Days off: Feb 26–Mar 25-day weekend
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    Ramadan BajramPublic holiday

    Date is tentative and subject to lunar calendar confirmation.

    Ramadan Bajram

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Mar 8–Mar 9 off

    Days off: Mar 6–105-day weekend
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    Catholic Easter SundayPublic holidayWeekend

    Catholic Easter Sunday

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Mar 30 off

    Days off: Mar 27–304-day weekend
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    Catholic Easter MondayPublic holiday

    Catholic Easter Monday

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Mar 30 off

    Days off: Mar 27–304-day weekend
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    Orthodox Good FridayPublic holiday

    Orthodox Good Friday

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Apr 29, May 4 off

    Days off: Apr 29–May 46-day weekend
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    Labour DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Labour Day

    Nationwide

    Take Apr 29, May 4 off

    Days off: Apr 29–May 46-day weekend
  • May
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    Orthodox Easter SundayPublic holidayWeekend

    Orthodox Easter Sunday

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Apr 29, May 4 off

    Days off: Apr 29–May 46-day weekend
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    Labour Day HolidayPublic holiday

    Labour Day Holiday

    Nationwide
    Orthodox Easter MondayPublic holiday

    Orthodox Easter Monday

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take Apr 29, May 4 off

    Days off: Apr 29–May 46-day weekend
  • May
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    Victory DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Victory Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: SRP

    Take May 10 off

    Days off: May 8–103-day weekend
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    Kurban BajramPublic holiday

    Date is tentative and subject to lunar calendar confirmation.

    Kurban Bajram

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take May 18 off

    Days off: May 15–184-day weekend
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    St. Vitus' DayPublic holiday

    St. Vitus' Day

    Regional
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    Take Jun 25, Jun 29 off

    Days off: Jun 25–295-day weekend
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    All Saints' DayPublic holiday

    All Saints' Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Nov 2 off

    Days off: Oct 30–Nov 24-day weekend
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    Dayton Agreement DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Dayton Agreement Day

    Regional
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    Take Nov 22 off

    Days off: Nov 20–223-day weekend
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    Statehood DayPublic holiday

    Statehood Day

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    Take Nov 26 off

    Days off: Nov 25–284-day weekend
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    Catholic Christmas DayPublic holidayWeekend

    Catholic Christmas Day

    Regional
    Observed in Regions: BIH

    Take Dec 24 off

    Days off: Dec 24–263-day weekend

Public Holidays in Bosnia and Herzegovina

New Year's Day

1 Jan 2027

New Year’s Day is celebrated across Bosnia and Herzegovina with family visits and a slow, festive morning after fireworks and late‑night gatherings.

New Year's Holiday

2 Jan 2027

The second New Year holiday extends the winter break, making it a popular time for travel to ski resorts like Jahorina or family visits in the countryside.

Orthodox Christmas Eve

6 Jan 2027

Orthodox Christmas Eve is marked with church services and family dinners, setting the tone for the Christmas celebrations to follow.

Orthodox Christmas

7 Jan 2027

Orthodox Christmas Day is widely celebrated in Republika Srpska with church liturgies, traditional meals, and family gatherings.

Republic Day

9 Jan 2027

Republic Day is a public holiday in Republika Srpska, observed with ceremonies and cultural events.

Orthodox New Year's Day

14 Jan 2027

Orthodox New Year (Serbian New Year) is celebrated with smaller gatherings, concerts, and family meals, continuing the winter festivities.

Independence Day

1 Mar 2027

Independence Day is a public holiday in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is marked with official ceremonies and national flags.

Ramadan Bajram

10 Mar 2027

Ramadan Bajram (Eid al‑Fitr) is celebrated with morning prayers, family visits, and festive meals. It is one of the most important Islamic holidays in the Federation.

Catholic Easter Sunday

28 Mar 2027

Catholic Easter Sunday is celebrated with church services, family lunches, and traditional pastries, especially in Croat communities.

Catholic Easter Monday

29 Mar 2027

Catholic Easter Monday extends the celebrations with relaxed family visits and a festive holiday atmosphere.

Orthodox Good Friday

30 Apr 2027

Orthodox Good Friday is a solemn day of church services and quiet reflection, observed in Orthodox communities.

Labour Day

1 May 2027

Labour Day is widely marked by picnics, barbecues, and trips outdoors. Parks and riversides fill with families enjoying the spring weather.

Orthodox Easter Sunday

2 May 2027

Orthodox Easter Sunday is the most important Orthodox holiday, marked by midnight liturgies, candlelight, and celebratory meals.

Labour Day Holiday

3 May 2027

The second Labour Day holiday creates a long weekend, often used for short trips or extended family gatherings.

Orthodox Easter Monday - SRP

3 May 2027

Orthodox Easter Monday extends the celebrations with relaxed family visits and continued holiday meals.

Victory Day

9 May 2027

Victory Day on May 9 commemorates the end of World War II and is observed in Republika Srpska with memorial ceremonies.

Kurban Bajram

17 May 2027

Kurban Bajram (Eid al‑Adha) is observed with prayers, family gatherings, and charitable giving. It is an important holiday for Muslim communities.

St. Vitus' Day

28 Jun 2027

St. Vitus’ Day (Vidovdan) is a significant historical and religious date for Serb communities, marked by church services and remembrance.

All Saints' Day

1 Nov 2027

All Saints’ Day is a time to visit cemeteries and remember loved ones. Families bring flowers and candles, creating a reflective mood.

Dayton Agreement Day

21 Nov 2027

Dayton Agreement Day marks the 1995 peace agreement ending the war in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is observed in Republika Srpska with official ceremonies.

Statehood Day

25 Nov 2027

Statehood Day is observed in the Federation with official ceremonies and events highlighting the modern history of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Catholic Christmas Day

25 Dec 2027

Catholic Christmas Day is celebrated with Mass, family meals, and festive traditions, especially in Croat-majority areas.

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