2025 Holidays - Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste Public Holiday Observance Rules

1. Entitlement to Public Holidays

- Timor-Leste observes several public holidays each year, including national and religious celebrations. Employees are entitled to a day off with pay on public holidays, as stipulated in Timor-Leste’s labor laws. Source

2. Substitution of Holidays Falling on a Weekend

- If a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it is not automatically moved to another weekday. However, the government may issue announcements regarding additional or substitute holidays on a case-by-case basis. Source

3. Working on Public Holidays

- Employees required to work on public holidays are entitled to additional compensation, typically higher pay or a compensatory day off, as outlined in labor agreements or employment contracts. Employers must comply with these regulations. Source

4. Public Holidays During Paid Leave

- Public holidays that fall during an employee’s paid leave are not deducted from their total leave entitlement. Employees retain the full number of vacation days in such cases. Source

5. Additional Notes

- Timor-Leste’s public holiday calendar includes national days such as Independence Day and Proclamation of Independence Day, as well as religious holidays like Good Friday and Christmas. Employers and employees should refer to the official government announcements for the yearly holiday schedule. Source