Andorra has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2026, officially approved by the Government of Andorra on 8 October 2025. These holidays are mandatory, paid and non-recoverable under the country's annual labour calendar. They include national celebrations, Christian religious holidays and important cultural observances.
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In addition to nationwide holidays, Andorra's seven parishes can establish up to four additional local public holidays each. The tourism sector also follows special rules allowing certain holiday dates to be transferred by agreement. This guide covers the official calendar, parish holidays, employment rights, weekend arrangements and long weekends in 2026.
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Andorra's official 2026 labour calendar contains 14 nationwide public holidays. The dates were approved by the Government of Andorra and apply across the country, although special arrangements exist for businesses directly connected with tourism.
The holidays are established as mandatory, paid and non-recoverable days under the Government of Andorra's official 2026 labour calendar announcement.
The national schedule does not include the additional local holidays established by individual parishes. Those dates are governed by separate parish calendars.
How Many Public Holidays Are There in Andorra in 2026?
Andorra has 14 officially confirmed nationwide public holidays in 2026. All 14 dates are included in the government's annual labour calendar, with no nationwide holiday dates awaiting confirmation.
The total includes fixed-date holidays such as Constitution Day, Our Lady of Meritxell and Christmas Day, alongside movable religious and cultural holidays such as Carnival, Easter Monday and Whit Monday.
Up to four additional paid and non-recoverable holidays may be established by each parish. These local dates are not included in the nationwide total because they do not necessarily apply throughout Andorra.
National Holidays in Andorra
Two of Andorra's most significant public holidays celebrate the country's constitutional identity and its patron saint. Both are among the national holidays that receive special protection under the 2026 labour calendar.
Constitution Day in Andorra
Constitution Day is celebrated annually on 14 March. It commemorates the adoption of Andorra's Constitution in 1993, which established the country's modern parliamentary constitutional framework.
The holiday recognises the importance of Andorra's democratic institutions, constitutional rights and political development.
In 2026, Constitution Day falls on Saturday, 14 March. It remains one of the four specially protected holidays under the rules applying to tourism-related businesses.
Our Lady of Meritxell – Andorra's National Day
Our Lady of Meritxell, known in Catalan as Nostra Senyora de Meritxell, is celebrated on 8 September. It is Andorra's National Day and honours the country's patron saint.
The Sanctuary of Meritxell in the parish of Canillo is an important place of religious and national significance. The celebration combines Catholic traditions with Andorran national identity.
In 2026, Our Lady of Meritxell falls on Tuesday, 8 September. It is one of the four national holidays that cannot ordinarily be transferred by agreement in the tourism sector.
Religious Public Holidays in Andorra
Christian celebrations form a substantial part of Andorra's public holiday calendar. Several dates follow the Easter cycle, while others remain fixed throughout the year.
Epiphany and Three Kings' Day
Epiphany, also known as Three Kings' Day or Dia de Reis, is celebrated on 6 January. The holiday commemorates the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus and is traditionally associated with family celebrations and gift-giving.
Good Friday and Easter Monday
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, while Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday. Both are official nationwide public holidays in Andorra.
In 2026, Good Friday falls on 3 April and Easter Monday on 6 April. Together with the intervening weekend, these holidays create a four-day Easter break for people who normally work Monday to Friday.
Whit Monday (Pentecost Monday)
Whit Monday is observed on the Monday following Pentecost Sunday. It forms part of the Christian liturgical calendar and is a nationwide public holiday in Andorra.
In 2026, Whit Monday falls on 25 May, creating a three-day weekend for employees with a standard Saturday-Sunday weekend.
Assumption of Mary
The Assumption of Mary is celebrated on 15 August. It is a Catholic feast commemorating the belief that Mary was taken into heaven at the end of her earthly life.
In 2026, the holiday falls on Saturday. Its national statutory status is unaffected by the fact that it coincides with a weekend.
All Saints' Day and Immaculate Conception
All Saints' Day is celebrated on 1 November and honours the saints of the Christian tradition. The Immaculate Conception is observed on 8 December and commemorates the Catholic belief concerning Mary's conception.
Both are recognised nationwide public holidays in Andorra.
Christmas Day and Saint Stephen's Day
Christmas Day is celebrated on 25 December, followed by Saint Stephen's Day on 26 December. Both dates are statutory public holidays.
In 2026, Christmas Day falls on Friday and Saint Stephen's Day falls on Saturday. Christmas Day is also one of the four specially protected holidays under Andorra's tourism-sector employment arrangements.
Parish Public Holidays in Andorra
Andorra is divided into seven administrative parishes, known locally as parròquies. Each parish has its own local government, called a comú, which may establish additional public holidays for its territory.
The Government of Andorra's 2026 labour calendar permits up to four additional mandatory, paid and non-recoverable holidays to be designated by each parish.
Andorra's seven parishes are:
- Andorra la Vella
- Canillo
- Encamp
- Escaldes-Engordany
- La Massana
- Ordino
- Sant Julià de Lòria
Parish holidays may commemorate local patron saints, traditional celebrations and annual festivals known as festes majors. The applicable dates can differ between parishes.
For example, a local festival recognised as a public holiday in Andorra la Vella does not automatically become a holiday in Canillo or Ordino.
The Government of Andorra's national and parish holiday calendar provides access to the 2026 calendars for all seven parishes, including published corrections where applicable.
Workers and employers should consult the official calendar for the parish where they work rather than relying exclusively on the nationwide schedule.
Are Public Holidays Paid in Andorra?
Yes. The Government of Andorra's 2026 labour calendar establishes 14 nationwide public holidays that are mandatory, paid and non-recoverable.
The term "non-recoverable" means that employees are not ordinarily required to make up the holiday hours simply because they received a statutory day off.
These provisions apply to construction, industry, offices, banks, hairdressing, goods transport and distribution, and services not directly related to tourism.
Employees working directly in tourism-related activities are also entitled to the same number of paid and non-recoverable holidays, although special transfer arrangements apply to that sector.
The government further provides for parish-designated holidays, up to the permitted maximum, as mandatory paid and non-recoverable days.
Special Public Holiday Rules for Tourism Workers
Andorra's tourism industry operates under special arrangements because hotels, restaurants, ski resorts and other tourism-related businesses may need to remain operational during national celebrations.
Under the official 2026 labour calendar, workers in sectors directly connected with tourism retain their entitlement to 14 paid and non-recoverable national holidays.
However, holiday dates may generally be transferred to another day by agreement between the employer and employee.
Four Specially Protected Holidays
Four national holidays cannot ordinarily be transferred under the tourism-sector arrangements:
- New Year's Day – 1 January
- Constitution Day – 14 March
- Our Lady of Meritxell – 8 September
- Christmas Day – 25 December
If an employee must work on one of these four holidays because of tourism-sector operational requirements, the official decree requires the holiday to be transferred to another day and an additional paid day off to be granted.
This special compensation arrangement is distinct from the general flexibility available for transferring other public holidays by agreement.
The provisions are explained in the Government of Andorra's official announcement approving the 2026 labour calendar.
What Happens When a Public Holiday Falls on a Weekend in Andorra?
Andorra's official 2026 labour calendar includes public holidays that fall on Saturdays and Sundays. The government's annual announcement does not specify an automatic nationwide substitute Monday for these dates.
Four national public holidays fall on weekends in 2026:
- Constitution Day – Saturday, 14 March
- Assumption of Mary – Saturday, 15 August
- All Saints' Day – Sunday, 1 November
- Saint Stephen's Day – Saturday, 26 December
These dates remain official statutory holidays even when they coincide with a normal weekend.
Employees should not automatically assume that a holiday falling on Saturday or Sunday creates an additional Monday holiday. Individual working schedules, employment arrangements and applicable sector rules should be considered separately.
Long Weekends in Andorra in 2026
Several public holidays in Andorra create extended breaks for employees following a Monday-to-Friday work schedule.
The following periods are useful for planning travel, family visits and annual leave:
- 14–16 February: Carnival falls on Monday, creating a three-day weekend.
- 3–6 April: Good Friday and Easter Monday create a four-day Easter break.
- 1–3 May: Labour Day falls on Friday, creating a three-day weekend.
- 23–25 May: Whit Monday creates a three-day weekend.
- 25–27 December: Christmas falls on Friday, followed by Saint Stephen's Day on Saturday and the normal Sunday weekend.
Holidays falling on Tuesdays, including Epiphany, Our Lady of Meritxell and the Immaculate Conception, may also provide opportunities to extend time off by requesting the preceding Monday as annual leave.
Such additional annual leave is optional and requires the appropriate employer approval. It is not an additional statutory public holiday.
These long-weekend examples assume a Saturday-Sunday weekend and may not apply in the same way to tourism workers, shift workers or businesses following alternative schedules.
Are Banks, Shops and Government Offices Closed on Public Holidays?
Public holidays in Andorra can affect banking services, public administration, shopping and transport, although opening arrangements depend on the type of organisation.
Banks and Financial Institutions
Banks are among the sectors expressly covered by the government's mandatory, paid and non-recoverable public holiday provisions.
Customers should check branch opening times and transaction processing schedules before arranging banking services on national or parish holidays.
Government Offices
Government offices and public administrative services generally follow officially designated working and non-working days. Some institutions may also have separate administrative calendars.
Local public services may be affected by the additional holidays established within their respective parishes.
Shops, Hotels and Restaurants
Tourism-related businesses may operate during public holidays under the special working arrangements established by the national labour calendar.
Hotels, restaurants, tourism attractions and other visitor services may therefore remain open when offices and other businesses are closed.
Visitors should verify opening hours with individual establishments, particularly during Christmas, Easter and major national celebrations.
Who Announces Public Holidays in Andorra?
The Government of Andorra approves the nationwide labour holiday calendar through an official decree. The calendar establishes the public holidays that apply throughout the country and the relevant employment provisions.
The government's decision for 2026 was announced on 8 October 2025. It confirmed all 14 nationwide holidays and outlined the special arrangements for the tourism sector and parish holidays.
The official decrees and parish notices are published through the Butlletí Oficial del Principat d'Andorra, commonly known as BOPA, the country's official gazette.
Each parish's local government is responsible for establishing its own additional holiday dates within the permitted legal framework.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays are there in Andorra in 2026?
Andorra has 14 nationwide public holidays in 2026. All are officially confirmed, mandatory, paid and non-recoverable. Each parish may establish up to four additional local holidays, which are excluded from the national total.
What is the next public holiday in Andorra?
The next public holiday depends on the current date. The live Next Public Holiday in Andorra section at the beginning of this page displays upcoming holidays from the national holiday database.
Is Constitution Day a public holiday in Andorra?
Yes. Constitution Day is an official national public holiday celebrated annually on 14 March. It commemorates the adoption of Andorra's Constitution in 1993.
When is Andorra's National Day in 2026?
Andorra's National Day, Our Lady of Meritxell, falls on Tuesday, 8 September 2026. The holiday honours the country's patron saint and is celebrated nationwide.
Are public holidays paid in Andorra?
Yes. Andorra's 2026 national labour calendar establishes 14 mandatory, paid and non-recoverable public holidays. Special arrangements govern the transfer of certain holidays for employees working directly in tourism-related sectors.
Can tourism employees work on public holidays in Andorra?
Yes. Tourism-related businesses may arrange work on public holidays under the applicable legal provisions. Most holiday dates can be transferred by agreement, while four specially protected national holidays require additional compensation if employees must work.
Does Andorra have regional or parish holidays?
Yes. Andorra's seven parishes can each designate up to four additional mandatory, paid and non-recoverable holidays. These local holidays apply according to the relevant parish calendar and are not included in the 14 nationwide holidays.
Does Andorra give a substitute Monday when a public holiday falls on Sunday?
The official 2026 nationwide labour calendar does not specify an automatic substitute Monday for every holiday falling on Sunday. Workers should check applicable employment rules and official announcements rather than assuming an additional day off.
Is Easter Monday a public holiday in Andorra?
Yes. Easter Monday is a nationwide statutory public holiday in Andorra. In 2026, it falls on Monday, 6 April, following Good Friday on 3 April.
Where can I find the official Andorra public holiday calendar?
The Government of Andorra publishes the national labour holiday calendar and provides access to parish-specific holiday notices. The official 2026 calendar was approved on 8 October 2025, with the corresponding documents accessible through the government's labour information portal and the official gazette.
Official Sources for Public Holidays in Andorra
- Government of Andorra – Approval of the 2026 Labour Calendar: Official government announcement confirming all 14 nationwide public holidays, paid holiday entitlements and tourism-sector arrangements.
- Government of Andorra – Salaries and Public Holidays: Official labour information portal providing links to the 2026 national calendar and the individual calendars for Andorra's seven parishes.
- Butlletí Oficial del Principat d'Andorra (BOPA): Andorra's official gazette, where national labour decrees and parish holiday notices are published.
- Consell General – Official Non-Working Days Calendar: Provides information about administrative non-working days affecting Andorra's parliament and its services.
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