Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry
Public HolidayMajor
Details
- Country
Iran- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- March 2026
Business Impact
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
Notes
Commemorates the 1951 nationalization of the country's oil industry under Prime Minister Mohammad Mosaddegh.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry a public holiday in Iran?
- Yes, Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry is an official public holiday in Iran. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry 2026?
- Nationalization of the Iranian oil industry 2026 falls on March 20, 2026.