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Open Pakistan Calculator →Business Days in Pakistan — 2026
Pakistan has 253 business days in 2026, after excluding weekends and 7 public holidays. Use the full calculator to check any date range with Pakistani holidays automatically excluded.
Working Culture and Holidays in Pakistan
Pakistan's standard business week runs Monday to Friday for most private businesses, with government offices sometimes also open on Saturday mornings. As an Islamic republic, Pakistan's holiday calendar is dominated by Islamic observances including Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, and Ashura, with holiday dates shifting each year according to the lunar Islamic calendar. Pakistan Day (March 23) and Independence Day (August 14) are the country's major national holidays.
Pakistan vs Other Countries (2026)
| Country | Public Holidays | Business Days |
|---|---|---|
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 7 | 253 |
| 🇺🇸 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 Pakistan?
There are 253 business days in 2026 in Pakistan, after excluding weekends and 7 public holidays.
Does the calculator include Pakistani holidays?
Yes — select Pakistan in our calculator and all Pakistani public holidays are automatically excluded.
Why do Pakistani holiday dates change every year?
Pakistan's major holidays, including Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, follow the lunar Islamic calendar, which shifts by approximately 10-11 days earlier each year relative to the Gregorian calendar.
How do I calculate working days for Pakistan between specific dates?
Use the main business days calculator, select Pakistan from the country dropdown, then enter your start and end dates. The tool automatically excludes weekends and Pakistan public holidays from the count.
Is this calculator updated for the current year's public holidays?
Yes — holiday data for Pakistan 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 Pakistan?
A business day in Pakistan is any weekday (Monday through Friday) that is not a recognized public holiday. Weekends and public holidays are excluded from the working day count.