Horas de Trabalho 2026
Complete guide to working hours, public holidays, and annual leave in Brazil for 2026
Standard Work Week
- 8 hours per day
- 5 days per week
- 44 hours per week
Under the Consolidation of Labour Laws (CLT, Art. 58) and the Federal Constitution (Art. 7, XIII), ordinary working hours are limited to 8 hours per day and 44 hours per week. Overtime is permitted up to 2 extra hours per day with a 50% pay premium.
Annual Leave Entitlement
30 days
30 calendar days after 12 months of work. One of the most generous in the world.
Monthly Averages
- 21 working days/month
- 168 working hours/month
Monthly Working Hours Goals 2026
Expected working hours per month based on 8-hour workday, excluding weekends and public holidays.
| Month | Working Days | Monthly Goal |
|---|---|---|
| January 2026 | 21 | 168.00 |
| February 2026 | 20 | 160.00 |
| March 2026 | 22 | 176.00 |
| April 2026 | 20 | 160.00 |
| May 2026 | 20 | 160.00 |
| June 2026 | 22 | 176.00 |
| July 2026 | 23 | 184.00 |
| August 2026 | 21 | 168.00 |
| September 2026 | 21 | 168.00 |
| October 2026 | 21 | 168.00 |
| November 2026 | 19 | 152.00 |
| December 2026 | 22 | 176.00 |
| Total | 252 | 2016.00 |
Public Holidays in Brazil 2026
Brazil has 12 public holidays in 2026, with 9 falling on weekdays. See full public holidays list
Understanding Holiday Types
Different countries use different terminology for non-working days. Here is what each term means for workforce planning.
Public Holidays
Official days off recognized by a country's government. Most employees are entitled to paid leave, and businesses may close or operate with reduced staff.
Federal Holidays
Holidays established by a national government, primarily affecting government offices and federally-regulated employers. Private companies may choose whether to observe them.
Bank Holidays
Days when banks and financial institutions are closed. In the UK, this term is synonymous with public holidays. Important for payroll processing and payment schedules.
Observances
Notable dates that are not official days off. Examples include Earth Day or Mother's Day. These do not affect work schedules unless an employer chooses to recognize them.
| Date | Day | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | Thursday | New Year's Day (Confraternização Universal) | |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday (Sexta-feira Santa) | |
| Tue, Apr 21 | Tuesday | Tiradentes Day (Tiradentes) | |
| Fri, May 1 | Friday | Labour Day (Dia do Trabalhador) | |
| Mon, Sep 7 | Monday | Independence Day (Independência do Brasil) | |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Sunday | Election Day (Dia de Eleição) | Weekend |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Monday | Our Lady Aparecida (Nossa Senhora Aparecida) | |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Sunday | Election Day (runoff) (Dia de Eleição) | Weekend |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Monday | All Souls Day (Finados) | |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Sunday | Republic Day (Proclamação da República) | Weekend |
| Fri, Nov 20 | Friday | Black Awareness Day (Dia da Consciência Negra) | |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day (Natal) |
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