In 2025, Mexican workers will have seven official paid holidays, as determined by the Ley Federal del Trabajo (LFT). These days are recognized as mandatory rest days, meaning most employees are entitled to a day off with pay.
However, some industries require employees to work on holidays, in which case the employer must compensate workers with extra pay as mandated by labor laws.
List of Official Public Holidays in Mexico for 2025
According to the Federal Labor Law, these are the official paid holidays in Mexico:
- January 1 – New Year’s Day
- February 5 – Constitution Day (observed on Monday, February 3)
- March 17 – Benito Juárez’s Birthday (observed on Monday, March 17)
- May 1 – Labor Day
- September 16 – Independence Day
- November 17 – Mexican Revolution Day (observed on Monday, November 17)
- December 25 – Christmas
These are the minimum legally recognized holidays for employees in Mexico. Government workers and unionized employees may have additional days off, depending on their contracts.
Extra Pay for Working on Public Holidays in Mexico
What Are the Payment Rules for Working on a Holiday?
Under Article 75 of the Federal Labor Law, employees required to work on a mandatory holiday must receive:
✔ Double their regular daily wage, plus their usual salary for the day.
For example, if an employee’s daily wage is $500 MXN, their employer must pay them $1,500 MXN for working on a public holiday:
- $500 MXN (regular salary)
- $1,000 MXN (double pay for working on a holiday)
What If the Holiday Falls on a Sunday?
If a public holiday falls on a Sunday, workers are entitled to an extra 25% Sunday premium under Article 71 of the Federal Labor Law.
This means:
- Regular salary + double pay for working on the holiday
- An additional 25% Sunday premium
For example, if a worker earns $500 MXN per day and the holiday falls on a Sunday, they would receive $1,625 MXN for that day.
Additional Holidays for Government Workers and Unionized Employees
Certain public sector workers, unionized employees, and state employees receive additional mandatory paid holidays, including:
- May 5 – Battle of Puebla
- November 2 – Day of the Dead
- December 1 – Presidential Inauguration Day (only every six years; not applicable in 2025)
Non-Official Holidays and Observances in Mexico
In addition to federal holidays, Mexico recognizes several cultural and religious observances, though they are not mandatory paid holidays.
Key Non-Official Holidays in 2025
- January 6 – Three Kings’ Day (Día de Reyes)
- February 14 – Valentine’s Day
- February 24 – Flag Day
- April 17-18 – Holy Thursday and Good Friday
- April 30 – Children’s Day
- May 10 – Mother’s Day
- June 15 – Father’s Day
- October 12 – Pluricultural Nation Day
- November 1-2 – All Saints’ Day and Day of the Dead
- December 12 – Virgin of Guadalupe Day
Do Employees Get Paid for Non-Official Holidays?
Since these are not federally recognized public holidays, employers are not required to give employees the day off or provide extra pay. However, some companies choose to grant these days as paid leave or offer special bonuses.
Plan Your Holidays Wisely in 2025
Understanding Mexico’s official holidays and labor laws helps employees and employers prepare for vacation days, salary adjustments, and work schedules.
If you work on a mandatory holiday, ensure that your employer compensates you according to labor regulations. And if you are planning trips or family gatherings, mark these holidays and observances in your calendar to make the most of 2025.
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