YEYemen · 2026

Observance

Officially recognised as a public holiday, so most people have the day off work.

Business

Expect offices, banks and the majority of shops to be closed.

Transport

Public transport usually runs a Sunday or holiday timetable.

General guidance based on this day's official classification, not country-specific reporting.

Observance

Officially recognised as a public holiday, so most people have the day off work.

Business

Expect offices, banks and the majority of shops to be closed.

Transport

Public transport usually runs a Sunday or holiday timetable.

General guidance based on this day's official classification, not country-specific reporting.

Observance

The national day: parades, flags, official ceremonies and, in most places, fireworks after dark.

Business

Government offices and banks closed; retail varies by country.

Transport

Route closures around parades and heavy crowding around evening displays.