Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Guinea-Bissau · Dia da Independência
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 24 September | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 24 September | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Guinea-Bissau.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Fri 24 Sep – Sun 26 Sep is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Bissau around 24 September: high 29°C (85°F), low 25°C (77°F), rain on 96% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Bissau. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 24 September in Bissau: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Guinea-Bissau
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Independence Day in other countries
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Central African Republic
Chad
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Djibouti
Eritrea
Eswatini
Gabon
Gambia
Ghana
More for Guinea-Bissau
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.