December 31, 2025, will not be considered a national holiday, as per recent government determinations. Esta date, which precedes the celebration of Ano Novo, remains a regular working day for most workers and public servants, requiring planning for those who wish to extend the year-end break.
The measure was established by a Decreto Conjunto of three ministers, which details national holidays and collective vacations for the year 2025. The document confirmed that only January 1, 2026 will officially be a national holiday, dedicated to the celebration of Ano Novo.
For those looking to extend their time off, it is recommended that workers use their vacation or paid leave on December 31st. Além In addition, the Trabalho of Qualquer Lugar (WFA) modality will be available for some categories, offering flexibility during the festive period.
Official definition for the end of 2025
The Decreto Conjunto of the Três Ministros over Feriados Nacionais and Férias Coletivas in 2025 was explicit in designating January 1, 2026 as the only national holiday related to the Esta clarification is crucial for companies and individuals organizing agendas and commitments for the end of the year.
This type of government regulation is essential to avoid uncertainty and guarantee the continuity of economic and social activities. Announcing dates in advance allows employers and employees to organize themselves efficiently, planning vacations, work schedules and rest periods.
Suggestions for planning the year transition
With December 31, 2025 maintained as a business day, many professionals will look for ways to make the most of the period. Paid leave or the use of vacation days can create a bridge to a longer break, aligning with the January 1st holiday.
The suggested timetable for an extension of the Ano Novo holiday includes the possibility of a longer rest period. The recommendation points to a furlough on December 31, 2025 (Wednesday), followed by the Ano Novo holiday on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Additionally, a new license on January 2, 2026 (Friday) could connect the holiday to the weekend, with Saturday (January 3) and Sunday (January 4) being customary rest days. Esta configuration allows a period of five consecutive days for leisure and family activities.
Work flexibility: WFA for civil servants and the private sector
The possibility of Trabalho of Qualquer Lugar (WFA) will be extended to state public servants (ASN) and private sector workers from December 29 to 31, 2025.
For state public servants (ASN), the regulation on flexible working hours is set out in Carta of Ministro of Reforma Administrativa and
For workers in the private sector, the WFA provisions were established by Circular of Ministro of Trabalho, also from 2025. The implementation of remote work during this period will take into account the specific needs of companies and their respective sectors of activity.
This approach reflects an effort to balance continuity of operations with employee well-being during a busy period. Flexibility aims to support individual planning, without compromising overall productivity or the delivery of essential services to the population.
Conditions and exceptions for the WFA modality
The application of the Trabalho of Qualquer Lugar (WFA) regime is modulated by criteria that consider the nature of the business and operational demand. Embora the policy offers flexibility, its implementation is linked to the needs and ability of companies to maintain their functions without interruptions.
There are crucial sectors where the WFA modality can be dispensed with, given the essentiality of the services provided. Isso includes areas such as health, industry, hotels, shopping centers and the food and beverage sector. Empresas with continuity of production, such as factories, and other services essential to the population may also have restrictions on WFA, ensuring that society’s basic needs are met without interruptions.
Labor rules during remote work
Circular of Ministro of Trabalho establishes clear guidelines for the period of remote work. It is important to note that the WFA period, from December 29 to 31, 2025, will not be counted as workers’ annual leave. Essa measure ensures that flexible days do not consume the balance of annual rest days to which the employee is entitled.
During the execution of the WFA, workers and laborers must continue to perform their duties and obligations as agreed with their employers. Maintaining productivity and delivering tasks remain fundamental pillars, regardless of the workplace.
Regarding remuneration, wages must be paid in full, in accordance with what the worker received when operating in the usual place of work or according to the terms of the contract. Companies are responsible for regulating working hours and supervising tasks to ensure productivity.
Official holidays scheduled for January 2026
The Decreto Conjunto of the Três Ministros also outlined the national holidays scheduled for the first month of 2026. In January, in addition to the Ano Novo, there will be another important date of official celebration.
The national holidays in January 2026 are:
