Производственный календарь 2026
The Производственный календарь (Production Calendar) for 2026 in Russia is a crucial tool for both employers and employees. It outlines the official working days, weekends, and public holidays for the entire year. This calendar is legally mandated and helps businesses with payroll, scheduling, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Individuals also use it to plan vacations, holidays, and personal time off.
The core function of the Production Calendar is to determine the number of working hours in a given month, quarter, or the entire year. This calculation considers the standard 40-hour work week. The number of working hours is adjusted based on whether there are any public holidays within a specific month. For instance, if a public holiday falls on a weekday, the working hours for that month will be reduced by one working day’s worth of hours (typically 8 hours). Furthermore, according to Russian labor law, if a public holiday falls on a weekend (Saturday or Sunday), the following weekday is typically designated as a day off to compensate. This is a critical aspect incorporated within the calendar.
Anticipating the holidays in 2026 helps with strategic planning. While the definitive list is officially announced by the Russian government usually towards the end of the preceding year (late 2025 in this case), some holidays are fixed and easily predicted. These generally include:
- New Year’s Holidays: Typically, these holidays span the first week of January, often extending from January 1st to January 8th.
- Defender of the Fatherland Day (February 23rd): A day celebrating the military and veterans.
- International Women’s Day (March 8th): A holiday celebrating women.
- Labour Day (May 1st): International Workers’ Day.
- Victory Day (May 9th): Commemorating the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.
- Russia Day (June 12th): Celebrating Russia’s sovereignty.
- Unity Day (November 4th): Commemorating the expulsion of Polish invaders from Moscow in 1612.
The exact arrangement of these holidays, including any extended breaks or transfers of days off when a holiday falls on a weekend, will be formally established and documented in the official 2026 Production Calendar. These potential holiday arrangements greatly impact both short-term and long-term business and personal planning.
Beyond the listed holidays, the Производственный календарь provides essential information for calculating salary payments, holiday pay, and sick leave benefits. Understanding the exact number of working days and hours ensures accurate payroll processing and compliance with labor regulations. For employees, the calendar helps them understand their rights regarding holidays, overtime, and compensation.
Once officially released, the 2026 Production Calendar will be available from numerous sources, including the websites of the Russian Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, legal databases (such as Garant and ConsultantPlus), and various online accounting and HR resources. Always refer to an official source for the most accurate and up-to-date information.