Holidays in Belgium 2022
Belgium is a Catholic country, so most holidays coincide with other countries. Additionally, Belgians celebrate the holidays in individual communities. For example:
Generally, these days are not statutory days off, but the final decision is on the side of the employer.
National Day of Belgium
The National Day of Belgium falls on July 21st, and it is undoubtedly the most important public holiday. On this day, over 180 years ago, King Leopold I Koburg began to rule the country. He was the first king of Belgium, which was already independent.
Apart from that, Belgium also celebrates November 11th, which is designated as the Armistice Day.
Days off in Belgium 2022
If a public holiday in Belgium falls on a weekend (Saturday / Sunday), the employee has the right to take this day off during the week, after prior agreement with the employer.
Below is a list of the days off in Belgium in 2022:
| DATE | Holiday |
|---|---|
| January 1st (Saturday) | New Year (Nieuwjaar) |
| April 17th (Sunday) | Easter (Pasen) |
| April 18th (Monday) | Easter Monday (Paas Maandag) |
| May 1st (Saturday) | Labour Day (Dag van de arbeid) |
| May 26th (Thursday) | Ascension of the Virgin Mary (Pinkster Maandag) |
| June 5th-6th (Sunday-Monday) | Pentecost (Pinksteren) |
| July 21st (Thursday) | National day of Belgium (Nationale feestdag) |
| August 15th (Monday) | Assumption (Maria-Tenhemelopneming) |
| November 1st (Thursday) | All Saints’ Day (Allerheiligen) |
| November 11th (Friday) | Armistice Day (Wapenstilstandl) |
| December 25th (Sunday) | Christmas (Kerstmis) |
