The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has notified that its offices will remain closed from May 26 to 28, 2026 (Tuesday to Thursday) in observance of the public holidays for Eid-ul-Azha. The closure is in line with the national holiday schedule, and normal operations are expected to resume on May 29, 2026 (Friday).

The SBP has advised the public and banking institutions to plan their transactions accordingly during this period. Earlier, the federal government on Wednesday announced the schedule of public holidays for Eid al-Adha 2026. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved three holidays starting from May 26 to May 29.

“In continuation of Cabinet Division’s circular No. 10-01/2025-Min-II dated 19th January, 2026, regarding Public and Optional Holidays for the year 2026, it is notified that the Prime Minister has been pleased to declare 26th, 27th, and 28th May, 2026 (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) as public holidays on the occasion of Eid-ul-Azha,” read the notification.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan (INP)