Philippine Holidays in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide to Regular, Special, and Working Holidays
Introduction
Knowing about Philippine holidays is important for planning trips, arranging events, and making sure you have the necessary time off work or school. This comprehensive guide includes all the official nationwide holidays for 2024 as per the Official Gazette of the Philippines. It covers regular holidays, special non-working holidays, and special working holidays. Please note that these dates may be subject to change as official updates are made.
Regular Holidays
Regular holidays are non-working days mandated by law and apply to all citizens. In 2024, there are 10 regular holidays: *
New Year's Day - January 1 *
Maundy Thursday - April 11 *
Good Friday - April 12 *
Labor Day - May 1 *
Independence Day - June 12 *
Ninoy Aquino Day - August 21 *
National Heroes Day - August 26 *
Bonifacio Day - November 30 *
Christmas Day - December 25 *
Rizal Day - December 30 Special Non-Working Holidays
Special non-working holidays are designated by presidential proclamation and are observed nationwide. In 2024, there are 3 special non-working holidays: *
Chinese New Year - January 22 *
Eid'l Fitr - May 14 *
Eid'l Adha - July 10 Special Working Holidays
Special working holidays are regular holidays during which work may be performed. However, employees are entitled to overtime pay for work rendered during these days. In 2024, there are no special working holidays.
Conclusion
The 2024 Philippine holiday calendar includes a total of 13 regular holidays, 3 special non-working holidays, and 0 special working holidays. Please note that these dates may be subject to change, so it is recommended to refer to the latest official announcements from the government.
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