Poland’s 2026 holidays falling on Saturdays grant extra days off, extending summer weekends and year-end breaks for workers.
When Are the Extra Days Off?
Under new regulations, additional days off apply to public holidays occurring on Saturdays in 2026. Civil servants will receive these extra rest days.
Impact on Breaks
This will extend the August weekend to three days and the year-end holiday break into January, provided workers combine it with their own leave days.
Who Benefits?
The new terms specifically cover civil service employees. Workers in the private sector also gain this right under labor law if Saturday is their regular rest day.
Key Holiday Dates 2026
Plan your rest around these key dates when Poles do not work. Specific dates are crucial for upcoming year planning.
How to Claim the Day Off
Remember the core legal principle: holidays on Saturdays trigger an extra day off. Employers in the private sector set the actual date, often based on employee suggestions.
