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Malta Public Holidays 2026: Dates and Employee Leave Rules
Malta has national and public holidays throughout the year. The date list is useful for planning, but an employee's entitlement can depend on whether the day is a normal working day and the applicable employment rules. Use this guide as a planner, then confirm the current entitlement with DIER or your employer.
Last checked: 15 August 2026. Rules, services, prices and timetables can change; confirm the relevant official source before acting.
Plan public holidays without guessing
- Check the official holiday list for the year you are planning.
- Compare each date with your contracted work pattern.
- Ask payroll or your employer how a holiday affects your leave balance.
- Keep a screenshot or saved official source if you are arranging travel or childcare.
What to know before you act
Leave is not one-size-fits-all
Employment entitlements can turn on the work schedule and applicable rules, so this page does not replace a payroll or legal determination.
Bilingual search intent
Readers may search in English or Maltese, including 'festi pubbliċi Malta'.
Official sources to check
These links are the source of truth for current procedures, eligibility, amounts, deadlines and service changes.
- DIER: National and Public Holidays
Official holiday and employment guidance. - DIER: Public Holiday Entitlements
Check the current entitlement explanation.
Freshness policy: Recheck each October for the following year's calendar and whenever DIER changes its guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I check Malta public holidays for 2026?
Start with DIER's national and public holiday guidance, then confirm any employment entitlement with your employer or DIER.
Do public holidays add to annual leave in Malta?
This can depend on the day and the employee's normal work pattern. The DIER annual-leave guidance is the source to check before calculating a balance.
Is this a payroll calculator?
No. It is a planning guide and links to the authority that publishes employment guidance.