🇦🇫 Afghanistan Independence Day in Afghanistan

Afghanistan Independence Day is a public holiday observed in Afghanistan. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Afghanistan.

This year, Afghanistan Independence Day falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Afghanistan Independence Day', 'date_iso': '2026-08-19', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 8, 19), 'date_display': '19 Aug 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Wednesday'} in Afghanistan.

Next year, Afghanistan Independence Day will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Afghanistan Independence Day', 'date_iso': '2027-08-19', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 8, 19), 'date_display': '19 Aug 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Thursday'} in Afghanistan. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Afghanistan Independence Day was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Afghanistan Independence Day', 'date_iso': '2025-08-19', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 8, 19), 'date_display': '19 Aug 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Tuesday'} in Afghanistan.

Yes, Afghanistan Independence Day is recognized as a public holiday in Afghanistan. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Afghanistan Independence Day from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Afghanistan holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.