Singapore Public Holidays 2025 (Official MOM List)
Posted on 23 December 2024 in Business | Suki Bajaj
Another year, another calendar to conquer! To all HR professionals in Singapore, we know the drill: planning for 2025 public holidays Singapore isn't just about marking dates - it's about strategic workforce management.
MOM has officially released the list of 11 Singapore Public Holidays for 2025.From minimising disruption to maximising productivity (and keeping our employees happy!), getting a head start is key.
So, grab your planners because we've got the essential guide to Singapore's public holidays in 2025.
Consider it your go-to resource for navigating leave requests, optimising schedules, and fostering a positive work environment.
Keep your public holiday policies compliant and up-to-date
with the latest MOM regulations.
In this guide, we’ll talk about:
MOM Official List of Singapore Public Holidays 2025
Everything You Need to Know About Public Holidays Entitlement and Pay in Singapore
Do employees get paid for working on public holidays?
What if a public holiday falls on a non-working day?
What if a public holiday falls on a rest day in Singapore?
What happens if a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday?
What if an employee is not covered under Part IV of the Employment Act?
MOM Official List of Singapore Public Holidays 2025
Kicking things off, we have a bit of a scheduling quirk: both New Year's Day and Chinese New Year fall in January! This means careful planning for those January manpower needs.
But the real excitement lies in the long weekends. In 2025, we’re blessed with four of them! Think of the employee morale boost and the strategic leave planning you can encourage!
Here's the full 2025 public holiday calendar to get all the details on Singapore's 11 gazetted public holidays.
| Date | Day | Public Holiday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan 2025 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public Holiday |
| 29–30 Jan 2025 | Wed–Thu | Chinese New Year | 2-day Public Holiday |
| 14 Apr 2025 | Monday | Good Friday | Christian Holiday |
| 1 May 2025 | Thursday | Labour Day | National Holiday |
| 11 May 2025 | Sunday | Hari Raya Puasa | Next day (Mon) is PH |
| 26 May 2025 | Monday | Vesak Day | Buddhist Holiday |
| 7 Jun 2025 | Saturday | Hari Raya Haji | Islamic Holiday |
| 9 Aug 2025 | Saturday | National Day | |
| 22 Oct 2025 | Wednesday | Deepavali | Hindu Festival |
| 25 Dec 2025 | Thursday | Christmas Day |
*Subject to Confirmation
Source: MINISTRY OF MANPOWER
Knowing these dates is crucial for HR. You can proactively manage leave requests, plan company events, and ensure adequate staffing levels throughout the year.
Plus, let's be honest, sharing these long weekend opportunities with your employees is always a win for internal communications!
💡 Did you know?
QuickHR Leave Management System automatically syncs with the latest changes on public holidays and MOM regulations in Singapore. Plus, you can easily add company-specific holidays and off-days, keeping everything in one convenient place.
Singapore Long Weekends in 2025
Planning your leave early helps you make the most of the Singapore Public Holidays 2025 announced by MOM.
In 2025, Singapore will enjoy five long weekends, giving employees and HR teams plenty of chances to plan rest, travel, or company events.
Here’s a quick look at how you can combine annual leave with public holidays for the best break combinations.
| Holiday Period | Date | Day | Leave Tip | Total Days Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good Friday | 14 Apr 2025 | Monday | No leave needed — automatic 3-day weekend | 3 days |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2025 | Thursday | Take Friday (2 May) off for a 4-day weekend | 4 days |
| Hari Raya Puasa | 11 May 2025 (Sun) → Mon (12 May PH) | Monday | No leave needed — automatic 3-day weekend | 3 days |
| Vesak Day | 26 May 2025 | Monday | No leave needed — automatic 3-day weekend | 3 days |
| Christmas Day | 25 Dec 2025 | Thursday | Take Friday (26 Dec) off for a 4-day festive weekend | 4 days |
💡 Quick Tips for HR Teams:
Update your company leave calendar to reflect these long weekends.
Communicate early leave deadlines so team schedules stay balanced.
Use QuickHR’s Leave Management System to automate approvals and manage public-holiday off-in-lieu entitlements.
Everything You Need to Know About Off-in-Lieu Entitlement for Public Holidays
In Singapore, every employee is entitled to 11 paid public holidays a year. According to the Employment Act, employees are entitled to a gross rate of pay on a public holiday, if:
- They were not absent on the working day immediately before or after a holiday without consent or a reasonable excuse.
- They are on authorised leave (e.g. sick leave, annual leave, unpaid leave) on the day immediately before or after a holiday.
If an employee is not covered by the Employment Act, the terms will be based on the employment contract.