Holiday Ranking 2026
Countries ranked by number of public holidays
Which Country Has the Most Public Holidays?
The global ranking of public holidays by country
The number of public holidays varies dramatically between countries. At the top of the ranking, countries like Cambodia, India, and Colombia celebrate well over 20 public holidays a year, while others like Mexico (7 obligatory holidays) or the Netherlands (around 8) have far fewer. This ranking covers 200+ countries, so you can see exactly where your country stands globally and compare your holiday allocation to the rest of the world.
Why holiday counts differ: national, regional and optional holidays
Comparing holiday counts between countries is not straightforward. Some countries — like Germany, Australia, or the USA — have a federal system where states or territories add their own holidays on top of national ones, so the total varies significantly by region. In Germany, for example, Bavaria has more public holidays than Berlin. Some holidays are mandatory for all employees, others are optional or apply only to the banking sector. This ranking counts all holidays WhenOff tracks, including regional ones, to give the most complete possible picture.
How to use this ranking
Whether you're choosing where to live or work based on lifestyle and work-life balance, comparing your country's holiday generosity to others, or planning an international business with teams in multiple countries, this ranking gives you a quick at-a-glance overview. Click any country to see its full calendar for 2026, including long weekend opportunities and bridge day analysis to help you make the most of every public holiday.