Business Days in 🇯🇲 Jamaica
Weekend pattern, public holidays, and business day calculator for Jamaica.
In Jamaica, business days are Monday through Friday. Weekends fall on Sat–Sun. Public holidays are excluded by default.
Weekend schedule
Jamaica observes a Sat–Sun weekend. This means Saturday and Sunday are non-working days, while Monday through Friday are standard business days.
Public holidays in Jamaica (2026)
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2026-02-18 | Ash Wednesday |
| 2026-04-03 | Good Friday |
| 2026-04-06 | Easter Monday |
| 2026-05-23 | Labour Day |
| 2026-08-01 | Emancipation Day |
| 2026-08-06 | Independence Day |
| 2026-10-16 | National Heroes Day |
| 2026-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2026-12-26 | Boxing Day (St. Stephen's Day) |
Public holidays in Jamaica (2027)
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 2027-01-01 | New Year's Day |
| 2027-02-10 | Ash Wednesday |
| 2027-03-26 | Good Friday |
| 2027-03-29 | Easter Monday |
| 2027-05-23 | Labour Day |
| 2027-08-01 | Emancipation Day |
| 2027-08-06 | Independence Day |
| 2027-10-16 | National Heroes Day |
| 2027-12-25 | Christmas Day |
| 2027-12-26 | Boxing Day (St. Stephen's Day) |
Frequently asked questions
What are the business days in Jamaica?
Business days in Jamaica are typically Monday through Friday. Weekends are Sat–Sun.
Are public holidays included in business days in Jamaica?
No. National public holidays are excluded by default. The table below shows the public holidays for 2026 and 2027.