Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Nauru
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 31 January | Saturday | Nationwide |
| 2026 | 2 February | Monday | Independence Day (observed) Observed day off for Independence Day (Sat 31 Jan) |
| 2027 | 31 January | Sunday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 2 February | Tuesday | Independence Day (observed) Observed day off for Independence Day (Sun 31 Jan) |
Observed days are days off given instead of, or as well as, the holiday's own date, for example when it falls on a weekend or the law moves it to a Monday.
Where it applies
Everywhere in Nauru.
Is it a day off?
Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.
Make it longer
Sat 30 Jan – Tue 2 Feb is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Forecast for Sunday 31 January in Nauru: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Nauru
Day following Independence Day
Monday, 1 February 2027
Independence Day in other countries
American Samoa
Guam
Micronesia
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
Solomon Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Vanuatu
Åland Islands
Algeria
More for Nauru
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.