How many days until Independence Day in Benin?
Independence Day is a nationwide public holiday in Benin. In 2027 it falls on a Sunday.
Independence Day dates in Benin
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Saturday, 1 August 2026 | Nationwide |
| Sunday, 1 August 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Independence Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Albania, Algeria, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Costa Rica, Cuba, DR Congo, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Eswatini, Finland, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and 62 more.
Frequently asked questions
When is Independence Day in Benin?
Independence Day falls on Saturday, 1 August 2026 and Sunday, 1 August 2027.
Is Independence Day a nationwide public holiday in Benin?
Yes, Independence Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Independence Day fall on a weekend?
In 2026 it falls on a Saturday and 2027 it falls on a Sunday. Whether a day in lieu is given depends on local rules.
Which public holiday in Benin comes after Independence Day?
The next one is Assumption Day on Sunday, 15 August 2027.
How many days until Independence Day?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More Benin holidays
- New Year's Day
- Traditional Day
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Monday
- Labour Day
- Ascension Day
- Whit Monday
- Assumption Day
- Armed Forces Day
- All Saints' Day
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