Business Days/Holidays
Information for Foreign Nationals
Most federal offices and banks operate on a Monday through Friday schedule. Private businesses operate on varying work schedules, but typically refer to “business days” as Monday through Friday.
Many government offices, banks and schools are closed on federal holidays. Some private business may also close on these dates. Use the links provided in the table below to learn more about each federal holiday.
Recognized Unites States federal holidays
| Federal holiday | Observance date |
| New Year's Day | January 1 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Third Monday of January |
| Presidents' Day | Third Monday of February |
| Memorial Day | Last Monday of May |
| Independence Day | July 4 |
| Labor Day | First Monday in September |
| Columbus Day | Second Monday of October |
| Veterans' Day | November 11 |
| Thanksgiving Day | Fourth Thursday of November |
| Christmas Day | December 25 |
View the dates for federal holidays in the current calendar year.
PTO
“PTO” refers to paid time off. Employers are not required to pay employees for time not worked such as vacations and holidays. Many employers, including Children’s Mercy, do offer paid holidays and paid time off benefits. You will receive more information about work schedules, holidays and paid time off at Children’s Mercy Orientation.