Get Ready for 2019 in Singapore—Holiday Calendar Highlight
We’re only about halfway through 2018, but hey, why wait to schedule your 2019 escapades? The Ministry of Manpower just dropped the latest spoiler: Singapore will have 11 official public holidays next year, plus a generous four long‑weekends.
What That Looks Like
- 11 buzz‑worthy public holidays (think family days, fireworks, etc.)
- 4 saucy, extended weekends—ideal for road trips, beach days, or just binge‑watching your favorite series
By the same count as this year’s four long weekends, you’ll still get plenty of chill time—just with a bit more variety in your calendar.
Your Next Move
Grab that calendar, mark those dates, and start dreaming of 2019 adventures before 2018 even ends!
Long Weekend Bliss in 2019
In the coming year, Singapore is gearing up for a lineup of public holidays that could give you an extra bite of freedom.
Key Dates to Watch
- National Day – Saturday (Friday in 2019)
- Hari Raya Haji – Sunday
- New Year’s Day – Tuesday
- Chinese New Year – Tuesday
With National Day falling on Friday and Hari Raya Haji on Sunday, you’re looking at a full weekend plus a day off the next. That’s a nice three‑day getaway you can enjoy without any extra planning.
But there’s more: New Year’s Day and Chinese New Year both land on Tuesdays. If you tally up a Monday leave, you’re staring at a four‑ or five‑day block—perfect for a mini‑vacation or a cozy stay‑at‑home binge.
What the Employment Act Says
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has a quick reminder for employers:
- Employees who must work on a public holiday receive an extra day’s pay at their standard rate.
- Alternatively, the employer and employee can swap the holiday for another working day.
- Managers and executives (earning up to a monthly salary of $4,500) can be granted time‑off‑in‑lieu for working on a holiday. The number of hours is agreed upon by both parties.
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