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Azerbaijan Public Holidays 2026

Q: What is the next public holiday in Azerbaijan?

The next public holiday in Azerbaijan is Republic Day on May 28, 2026.

Q: Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Azerbaijan?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Azerbaijan in 2026.

Official national and public holidays for Azerbaijan in 2026.

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Thursday, May 28, 2026

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Date	Local Name	English Name	Type
Jan 1, 2026 Thursday	Yeni il	New Year's Day	Public
Jan 2, 2026 Friday	Yeni il tətili	New Year Holiday	Public
Jan 20, 2026 Tuesday	Ümumxalq Hüzn Günü	Martyrs' Day	Public
Mar 20, 2026 Friday	Novruz Bayramı	Novruz Holiday	Public
Mar 21, 2026 Saturday	Novruz Bayramı	Novruz Holiday	Public
Mar 22, 2026 Sunday	Novruz Bayramı	Novruz Holiday	Public
May 9, 2026 Saturday	Qələbə Günü	Victory Day	Public
May 28, 2026 Thursday	Respublika Günü	Republic Day	Public
Jun 15, 2026 Monday	Milli Qurtuluş Günü	National Salvation Day	Public
Jun 26, 2026 Friday	Silahlı Qüvvələr Günü	Armed Forces Day	Public
Oct 18, 2026 Sunday	Müstəqillik Günü	Independence Day	Public
Nov 9, 2026 Monday	Bayraq Günü	Flag Day	Public
Dec 31, 2026 Thursday	Dünya Azərbaycanlılarının Həmrəylik Günü	Solidarity Day of World Azerbaijanis	Public

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does Azerbaijan have in 2026?

Azerbaijan has 13 public holidays in 2026.

What is the next public holiday in Azerbaijan?

The next public holiday in Azerbaijan is Republic Day on May 28, 2026.

Are banks closed on public holidays in Azerbaijan?

Yes, banks and government offices are typically closed on national public holidays in Azerbaijan. ATMs remain accessible.

Do shops open on public holidays in Azerbaijan?

This varies. In major cities, shops may remain open on some holidays, while smaller towns and rural areas often close on national public holidays in Azerbaijan.

Is New Year's Day a national holiday in Azerbaijan?

Yes, New Year's Day is listed as an official public holiday in Azerbaijan in 2026.

Are public holidays paid days off in Azerbaijan?

In Azerbaijan, national public holidays are generally considered paid days off for employees. Specific rules may vary by employment contract and sector.

Are there long weekends in Azerbaijan in 2026?

Long weekends occur when a public holiday falls on a Friday or Monday. Check the holiday calendar above to identify these dates in Azerbaijan for 2026.

Do public holidays in Azerbaijan affect travel and transport?

Yes. On major public holidays in Azerbaijan, public transport may run on reduced schedules and many businesses may be closed or operate reduced hours.