In Armenia, employees are entitled to 12 public holidays per year. These holidays are recognized nationwide, and when a public holiday falls on a weekend, an additional day off is typically granted to employees.
Public Holidays:
January 1st - 2nd: New Year’s Holidays
January 6th: Christmas Day (celebrated with Epiphany)
January 27th : Day of Remembrance of Those Fallen in the Defense of the Homeland
January 28th: National Army Day
March 8th: International Women’s Day
April 24th: Genocide Victims' Commemoration Day
May 1st: Labor Day
May 9th: Victory and Peace Day
May 28th: Republic Day (of the First Republic)
July 5th: Constitution Day
September 21st: Independence Day
December 31st: New Year’s Eve
Weekend Public Holidays
When a public holiday falls on a weekend, by default, an additional holiday is provided, ensuring employees receive a day off to compensate.
These public holidays are observed nationwide and offer time off for celebrations, commemorations, and national reflection.