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Open Malta Calculator →Business Days in Malta — 2026
Malta has 247 business days in 2026, after excluding weekends and 14 public holidays. Use the full calculator to check any date range with Maltese holidays automatically excluded.
Working Culture and Holidays in Malta
Malta's business week runs Monday to Friday, typically 8:30am to 5pm, with many businesses also closing for an extended lunch break. As a former British colony with strong Catholic traditions, Malta observes numerous religious holidays including Feast of St. Paul's Shipwreck and the Feast of the Assumption, alongside national holidays like Freedom Day (March 31) and Republic Day (December 13). Malta has one of the highest concentrations of public holidays in Europe relative to its size.
Malta vs Other Countries (2026)
| Country | Public Holidays | Business Days |
|---|---|---|
| 🇲🇹 Malta | 14 | 247 |
| 🇺🇸 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 Malta?
There are 247 business days in 2026 in Malta, after excluding weekends and 14 public holidays.
Does the calculator include Maltese holidays?
Yes — select Malta in our calculator and all Maltese public holidays are automatically excluded.
Why does Malta have so many public holidays?
Malta observes numerous religious feast days rooted in its strong Catholic tradition, alongside national holidays like Freedom Day and Republic Day, giving it one of the highest holiday counts in Europe relative to its size.
How do I calculate working days for Malta between specific dates?
Use the main business days calculator, select Malta from the country dropdown, then enter your start and end dates. The tool automatically excludes weekends and Malta public holidays from the count.
Is this calculator updated for the current year's public holidays?
Yes — holiday data for Malta 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 Malta?
A business day in Malta is any weekday (Monday through Friday) that is not a recognized public holiday. Weekends and public holidays are excluded from the working day count.