2019 Holidays - Fiji
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Fiji Public Holiday Observance Rules
1. When a Public Holiday Falls on a Sunday
- The following Monday is designated as the public holiday.
- This substitution ensures that employees receive a full weekday off.
- Employers must adhere to the official holiday calendar; employees working on the substitute Monday are entitled to overtime pay or compensatory leave in accordance with Fijian labor law.
2. When a Public Holiday Falls on a Saturday
- If a public holiday falls on a Saturday, it is also moved to the following Monday.
- This adjustment ensures that the intended day off falls within the workweek.
- Employers are required to follow the official calendar; employees working on the substitute Monday receive the appropriate premium compensation as mandated by Fijian labor regulations.
3. Bridge Holidays (Long Weekends)
- Fiji does not have an automatic statutory mechanism for creating extra “bridge” days beyond these shifts.
- On occasion, the government may declare extra days off to extend a holiday period; such decisions will be clearly specified in the official holiday calendar.
- Employers may offer additional leave benefits at their discretion, provided they comply with statutory requirements.
4. Special Cases for Public Holidays
- Many of Fiji’s public holidays (such as Fiji Day and Independence Day) are fixed by law. If these holidays fall on a weekend, the official holiday calendar will indicate that they are moved to Monday.
- For holidays of national or religious significance, any deviations from the standard observance are outlined in the official calendar.
- Always refer to the published holiday schedule for any special instructions.
5. Additional Notes
- The official public holiday calendar is published annually by the Fijian government and is the definitive guide for observance.
- Employers must comply with the official calendar and any subsequent government directives.
- Employees working on a public holiday—whether on the original fixed date or on the substitute Monday—are entitled to premium pay or compensatory time off as provided under Fijian labor law.
- For the most current information, always consult the latest official holiday calendar and any recent legislative updates.