AlgeriavsNiger
Nationwide public holidays in 2026. Regional days are left out — they only apply in some areas.
2
Days you're both off
3
Only Algeria
5
Only Niger
What the numbers say
In 2026, Algeria has 5 nationwide public holidays and Niger has 7, so Niger gets 2 more days off. They line up on 2 dates, including New Year's Day and Labour Day.
What matters for time off is how many land on weekdays: Algeria has 3 on working days (2 fall on a weekend), against 7 for Niger (0 on a weekend).
For short breaks, Algeria offers 2 long weekends (a Monday or Friday holiday) and 1 possible bridge day (a Tuesday or Thursday holiday); Niger offers 6 and 1. They're level on bridge days. The busiest month is January in Algeria and April in Niger.
Shared days
Both countries close. Nothing gets done either side.
Only Algeria
Niger is working — expect one-sided quiet.
Only Niger
Algeria is working these days.