What are the public holidays in Vietnam?

In 2024, Vietnam observes several public holidays, offering employees paid time off in accordance with labor laws. 


List of Public Holidays in Vietnam for 2024:

  1. New Year’s Day

    • Date: January 1, 2024 (Monday)
    • Description: Celebrates the start of the Gregorian calendar year.

  2. Lunar New Year (Tết Nguyên Đán)

    • Dates: February 8 to February 14, 2024 (Thursday to Wednesday)
    • Description: The most important celebration in Vietnam, marking the Lunar New Year. This holiday lasts for several days and may vary depending on government declarations.

  3. Hung Kings' Festival (Giỗ Tổ Hùng Vương)

    • Date: April 18, 2024 (Thursday)
    • Description: Commemorates the ancient Hung Kings, the traditional founders of Vietnam.

  4. Reunification Day (Ngày Giải Phóng Miền Nam)

    • Date: April 30, 2024 (Tuesday)
    • Description: Celebrates the reunification of Vietnam in 1975.

  5. Labor Day (Ngày Quốc Tế Lao Động)

    • Date: May 1, 2024 (Wednesday)
    • Description: International day to honor workers' rights and labor movements.

  6. National Day (Ngày Quốc Khánh)

    • Dates: September 2, 2024 (Monday)
    • Description: Marks the declaration of independence from France in 1945.


If a public holiday falls on a weekend, the next working day will be considered a paid holiday. For example, if a public holiday occurs on a Saturday or Sunday, the following Monday would be treated as the paid holiday. This rule ensures that employees still receive their entitled holiday benefit even when the official date falls on a non-working day.


Important Considerations for Employers and Employees

  1. Holiday Pay: Employees required to work on public holidays are typically entitled to extra pay, as regulated by labor laws and agreements.
  2. Observance of Holidays: Employers are expected to adhere to public holiday schedules and provide leave accordingly unless otherwise specified in an employment contract.
  3. Holiday Communication: Companies should communicate the official holiday schedule, including any extra days off due to weekend overlap, at the beginning of each year.

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