How many days until Independence Day in Eritrea?
Independence Day (Maelti Natsinet መዓልቲ ናጽነት) is a nationwide public holiday in Eritrea. In 2027 it falls on a Monday.
Independence Day dates in Eritrea
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Sunday, 24 May 2026 | Nationwide |
| Monday, 24 May 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, Benin, 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, Estonia, Eswatini, Finland, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau and 62 more.
Frequently asked questions
When is Independence Day in Eritrea?
Independence Day falls on Sunday, 24 May 2026 and Monday, 24 May 2027.
Is Independence Day a nationwide public holiday in Eritrea?
Yes, Independence Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Independence Day fall on a weekend?
In 2026 it falls on a Sunday. Whether a day in lieu is given depends on local rules.
Which public holiday in Eritrea comes after Independence Day?
The next one is Martyrs' Day on Sunday, 20 June 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 Eritrea holidays
- New Year's Day
- Orthodox Christmas
- Orthodox Epiphany
- Women's Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Sunday
- May Day
- Martyrs' Day
- Revolution Day
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