Public HolidayMajor
Nowruz (Kurdish New Year)
نەورۆز
Details
- Country
Iraq- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- March 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Persian and Kurdish New Year. Especially significant for Iraqi Kurdistan. Bonfires, traditional dress, picnics, and celebrations of Kurdish identity.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) a public holiday in Iraq?
- Yes, Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) is an official public holiday in Iraq. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) 2026?
- Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) 2026 falls on March 21, 2026.
- What is Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) called locally in Iraq?
- Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) is locally known as "نەورۆز" in Iraq.