In the coming August, there are 2 public holidays, 1 of which is a statutory holiday.
The state of Melaka will be closed on August 24, the birthday of the head of state. Government departments, schools and banks in Melaka will have a day off on August 24.
National Day is celebrated on August 31, which falls on a Wednesday this year. National Day is a statutory holiday, which means that employers are required to give employees the day off. If an employer requires an employee to work on August 31, the employee must be compensated with a reasonable salary.
If you are unable to enjoy the holiday on August 24 and 31, the next national public holiday falls on September 16 (Friday), which is Malaysia Day and a statutory holiday.
Public Holidays in August
24 August (Wednesday): Birthday of the Head of State of Malacca (Malacca only)
31 August (Wednesday): National Day (National)
