Peru July 2026: Five-Day Break Possible With Holidays and Non-Working Day

July 2026 promises an extended break for public sector employees in Peru, with a combination of national holidays and a compensatory non-working day creating a potential five-day consecutive rest period. This arrangement is designed to coincide with significant national commemorations.

The month's calendar includes three official national holidays. July 23 marks the Day of the Peruvian Air Force (FAP), honoring the institution and Captain FAP José Abelardo Quiñones Gonzales. July 28 celebrates Peru's Independence Day, proclaimed by José de San Martín in 1821, and includes the president's annual address to Congress.

Following Independence Day, July 29 features the Grand Military Parade and Review, a major civic event showcasing the Armed Forces and National Police. Adding to the extended break, the government has declared Monday, July 27, a compensatory non-working day for state workers. This means hours not worked on July 27 must be made up later, allowing public servants to enjoy a continuous holiday from Saturday, July 25, through Wednesday, July 29.

Unlike national holidays, which are mandatory for both public and private sectors and have specific payment conditions for those who work, compensatory non-working days require employees to make up the lost hours. This measure specifically benefits state workers, offering them a significant period of respite amidst the patriotic celebrations.