Public holidays across countries
National, regional, bank and school holidays are not interchangeable. Here is how to interpret holiday data correctly.
National vs regional
A national holiday applies across the country. Regional holidays can apply only to a state, province or other subdivision, so the city or region matters.
Public vs bank holidays
The labels and legal consequences vary by country. A bank holiday does not automatically mean every private business is closed.
School holidays are especially local
School breaks are frequently set by states, municipalities or school systems. If a source does not provide the relevant subdivision, a national checker should not invent dates.
Use holiday data for planning
Before travel, deadlines or meetings, check the exact country and—where relevant—the state or region. Combine holiday dates with weekend rules and working-day calculations.