Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Vanuatu
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30 July | Thursday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 30 July | Friday | Nationwide |
Where it applies
Everywhere in Vanuatu.
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 30 Jul – Sun 1 Aug is a 3-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Port Vila around 30 July: high 25°C (77°F), low 24°C (76°F), rain on 43% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Port Vila. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Friday 30 July in Port Vila: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Vanuatu
Sunday, 15 August 2027
Independence Day in other countries
American Samoa
Guam
Micronesia
Nauru
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
Solomon Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Åland Islands
Algeria
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Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.