Public holidays in Western Sahara, 2027
9 public holidays, 5 of them on a weekday - days when the verdict for Western Sahara drops from PING to MAYBE. Next up: Independence Day on Saturday 27 February.
2027 dates
| Date | Holiday | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 27 February | Independence Day | Saturday |
| 8 March | First Martyr | Monday |
| 9 March | End of Ramadan (Eid al-Fitr) | Tuesday |
| 10 May | May 20 Revolution | Monday |
| 16 May | Feast of the Sacrifice (Eid al-Adha) | Sunday |
| 6 June | Islamic New Year | Sunday |
| 9 June | Day of the Martyrs | Wednesday |
| 17 June | Day of National Unity | Thursday |
| 14 August | Birthday of Muhammad (Mawlid) | Saturday |
Questions
How many public holidays does Western Sahara have in 2027?
9 nationwide public holidays, 5 falling on a weekday. Regional holidays are not included.
What is the next public holiday in Western Sahara?
Independence Day, on Saturday 27 February 2027.
Should I message colleagues on a public holiday?
Asleep marks public holidays as MAYBE: people may be reachable, but don’t expect a reply. Schedule-send for the next working day if it can wait.