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Open Ghana Calculator →Business Days in Ghana — 2026
Ghana has 251 business days in 2026, after excluding weekends and 10 public holidays. Use the full calculator to check any date range with Ghanaian holidays automatically excluded.
Working Culture and Holidays in Ghana
Ghana's standard business week runs Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with public and private sector offices generally closed on weekends. Independence Day (March 6) and Republic Day (July 1) are major national holidays with widespread closures across the country. Ghana also observes both Christian and Islamic holidays including Easter and Eid al-Fitr, reflecting the country's religious diversity, and many businesses extend closures around Christmas and New Year.
Ghana vs Other Countries (2026)
| Country | Public Holidays | Business Days |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇭 Ghana | 10 | 251 |
| 🇺🇸 United States | 11 | 250 |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 8 | 252 |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 8 | 251 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 10 | 250 |
| 🇮🇳 India | 9 | 252 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many business days in 2026 in Ghana?
There are 251 business days in 2026 in Ghana, after excluding weekends and 10 public holidays.
Does the calculator include Ghanaian holidays?
Yes — select Ghana in our calculator and all Ghanaian public holidays are automatically excluded.
What is the weekend in Ghana?
Ghana follows a standard Saturday-Sunday weekend, with the business week running Monday to Friday for most private and public sector offices.
How do I calculate working days for Ghana between specific dates?
Use the main business days calculator, select Ghana from the country dropdown, then enter your start and end dates. The tool automatically excludes weekends and Ghana public holidays from the count.
Is this calculator updated for the current year's public holidays?
Yes — holiday data for Ghana is reviewed and updated annually to reflect the current year's official public holiday calendar, including any holidays that shift date year to year.
What counts as a business day in Ghana?
A business day in Ghana is any weekday (Monday through Friday) that is not a recognized public holiday. Weekends and public holidays are excluded from the working day count.