Afghan Independence Day
روز استقلال
Details
- Country
Afghanistan- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- August 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Offices Closed
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 2 months before
Notes
Commemorates the Treaty of Rawalpindi in 1919 granting independence from British influence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Afghan Independence Day a public holiday in Afghanistan?
- Yes, Afghan Independence Day is an official public holiday in Afghanistan. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Afghan Independence Day 2026?
- Afghan Independence Day 2026 falls on August 19, 2026.
- What is Afghan Independence Day called locally in Afghanistan?
- Afghan Independence Day is locally known as "روز استقلال" in Afghanistan.