Public HolidayMajor
Christmas Day
Hari Krismas
Details
- Country
Malaysia- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- December 2026
- Long Weekends
- View opportunities
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 2 months before
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Christmas Day a public holiday in Malaysia?
- Yes, Christmas Day is an official public holiday in Malaysia. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Christmas Day 2026?
- Christmas Day 2026 falls on December 25, 2026.
- What is Christmas Day called locally in Malaysia?
- Christmas Day is locally known as "Hari Krismas" in Malaysia.
Christmas
Celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Major cultural and commercial holiday with gift-giving, decorations, and family gatherings.
| Country | Date | Day | Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malaysia(current) | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
 Syria | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Normal Operations |
 India | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
 Singapore | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
 Myanmar | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Normal Operations |
 Philippines | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | — |
 Indonesia | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
| India | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Normal Operations |
| Malaysia | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
| Singapore | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |
| Philippines | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Full Closure |
| Indonesia | Dec 25, 2026 | Fri | Reduced Operations |