Working Days – Romania
Romania observes 15 legal holidays annually, among the highest in the EU. The Romanian system provides substitute days off when a holiday falls on a weekend. HR and payroll professionals must account for the variability of dates for moveable holidays (Easter and Whit Monday).
Annual summary
| Other year | Working days | |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 249 | |
| 2026 | 250 | |
| 2027 | 252 | |
| 2028 | 247 |
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Frequently asked questions
What happens when a legal holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday?
According to Romanian legislation, the following working day (Monday) is officially declared a compensatory statutory day off. Employees receive the same protection of rights as when a holiday falls on a working day. This system applies to all 15 annual legal holidays.
What is the difference between Catholic Easter and Orthodox Easter in the calculation of days off?
Romania observes Orthodox Easter, which has a moveable date and differs from Catholic Easter. For legal holiday calculations, HR must use the Orthodox liturgical calendar. Orthodox Easter is always a legal holiday, along with the second day of Easter.
Are there regional days off in Romania in addition to the 15 national legal holidays?
No, Romania does not have official regional days off. All 15 legal holidays apply throughout the entire country and are mandatory for employers. The system is centralized and uniform, with no local exceptions.
How is remuneration calculated for work performed on a legal holiday?
Labor law provides that work performed on a legal holiday is remunerated with supplementary compensation (typically 100% of salary, bringing total to 200%). Exact details regarding bonuses and compensations depend on the individual employment contract and collective agreements applicable in the organization.
How many annual days off does an employee receive if work is performed on other compensatory days?
Substitute days off (when a holiday falls on a weekend) are full statutory days off, separate from annual vacation leave. An employee receives legal holidays and, independently, annual vacation according to the contract and labor legislation (minimum 20 days for a 5-day work week).