Working days calculator
Count working days, weekends and working hours in any period, including Estonian public holidays.
Includes Estonian public holidays and shortened working days (the working day before New Year, Independence Day, Victory Day and Christmas Eve).
Calculations are based on Estonia's tax rates in force for 2026. Results are informational.
Last updated: 2026-06-03
How are working days counted?
Working days run Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. Estonia has 12: New Year, Independence Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Spring Day, Pentecost, Victory Day, Midsummer Day, Day of Restoration of Independence, Christmas Eve and both Christmas days. The working day before New Year, Independence Day, Victory Day and Christmas Eve is shortened by 3 hours - the calculator reflects this in the hours total.
Frequently asked questions
How many working days are there in 2026?+
Estonia has 251 working days in 2026. Use the calculator for any exact period - it accounts for holidays falling on weekdays.
Which working days are shortened?+
The working day before New Year (31.12), Independence Day (23.02), Victory Day (22.06) and Christmas Eve (23.12) is shortened by 3 hours.
Is a holiday on a weekend compensated?+
No, in Estonia a public holiday falling on Saturday or Sunday does not give an extra day off.
What is the working-day count used for?+
Payroll (hourly rates and monthly norms), planning vacations, computing contractual deadlines and building project schedules.