Vacation Days by Country 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Which country has the most vacation days in 2026?

Austria leads with 57 total days off — 32 public holidays plus 25 statutory paid leave days. The top 5 most generous countries are Austria (57), Spain (56), Portugal (55), Canada (50), Denmark (50).

Which country has the fewest vacation days?

United States has the fewest with 14 total days off (14 public holidays, 0 paid leave days). Countries with fewer vacation days include United States (14), China (17), Singapore (23), Mexico (24), Saudi Arabia (25).

What is the difference between vacation days and holidays?

Public holidays are government-designated days off that apply to everyone. Paid vacation days (annual leave) are statutory leave that employers must provide — employees choose when to take them. This page shows both: public holidays from national calendars and minimum paid annual leave mandated by labour law.

How many paid vacation days does the average country mandate?

Across 44 countries, the average statutory paid leave is 18 days per year, plus 20 public holidays — totaling 38 days off. Note: some countries like the United States have no federal paid leave mandate.

Are mandatory vacation days the same as paid time off (PTO)?

Not exactly. This page shows the statutory minimum paid annual leave required by law. Many employers offer more than the legal minimum. PTO policies in the US, for example, are entirely employer-determined since there is no federal mandate. In most other countries, the legal minimum serves as the floor.