Full-time workers are entitled to 10 statutory public holidays per year. In principle, work is not allowed on these days. Please note that these public holidays are mandatory, and the social supervision ensures compliance with this.

The year 2026 will see a more flexible labor market with more flex jobs and voluntary overtime. The government will focus on helping long-term sick workers reintegrate into the workforce. Discover the measures being introduced and the changes to expect in 2026.

Full-time workers are entitled to 10 statutory public holidays each year. Generally, no work should be carried out on these days. Please note that these public holidays are mandatory, and the social inspection oversees compliance with this rule.

May and June bring holiday pay. Employers must prepare double holiday pay for white-collar workers on time, impacting payroll and cash flow. Below are the rules and how Securex supports you.

As an employer, you must ensure that your worker takes all their statutory holiday days for 2026 before the end of the year. The same applies to RWH days to which your worker is entitled. You must make sure your worker takes these days in a timely manner.