Overview of Holidays in the Federated States of Micronesia

Summary:

This article introduces the public holidays and special holidays in the Federated States of Micronesia, which may affect the progress of freight.

Public Holiday Information:

New Year's Day - January 1

New Year's Day is a holiday that celebrates the beginning of a new year. In the Federated States of Micronesia, people usually gather with family and friends at this time to celebrate.

Constitution Day - February 17

Constitution Day is a holiday established to commemorate the promulgation of the Federated States of Micronesia's Constitution in 1991.

Religious Freedom Day - March 21

Religious Freedom Day is a holiday established to celebrate religious freedom and diversity.

Pacific Islands Forum Day - May 10

Pacific Islands Forum Day is a holiday established to commemorate the establishment of the Pacific Islands Forum. The Pacific Islands Forum is a regional organization composed of 14 Pacific Island countries.

Independence Day - July 12

Independence Day is a holiday established to commemorate the independence of the Federated States of Micronesia from the United States in 1986.

Victory Day - August 15

Victory Day is a holiday established to commemorate the victory in World War II.

Constitution Day - September 24

Constitution Day is a holiday established to commemorate the promulgation of the Constitution of the Federated States of Micronesia in 1980.

United Nations Day - October 28

United Nations Day is a holiday established to commemorate the founding of the United Nations.

Thanksgiving - November 24

Thanksgiving is a holiday to thank for the harvest and blessings. In the Federated States of Micronesia, people usually reunite with family and friends at this time and enjoy a sumptuous dinner.

Christmas - December 25

Christmas is a holiday to celebrate the birth of Jesus. In the Federated States of Micronesia, people usually decorate Christmas trees, exchange gifts, and attend church services at this time.

Since the Federated States of Micronesia is a federal country composed of multiple states, each state may have its own special holidays in addition to the national public holidays.

Special Holiday Information:

Chuk:
March 8: Women's Day
May 1: Labor Day
October 1: Chuuk Independence Day

Kosrae:
March 4: Kosrae Constitution Day
May 1: Labor Day
October 22: Kosrae Independence Day

Pohnpei:
March 1: Pohnpei Cultural Day
April 28: Pohnpei Constitution Day
November 3: Pohnpei Independence Day

Yap:
March 1: Yap Cultural Day
April 28: Yap Constitution Day
October 1: Yap Independence Day

Whether shipping companies, airlines, freight forwarding companies, railways, express delivery and logistics companies are open for work depends on the policies of the specific companies. The business hours and services provided by the above companies may be affected.