The Government of Pakistan has officially declared December 1 & 2, 2025 as public holidays. This is the confirmation that citizens all over Turkey have been waiting for and now it’s officially confirmed. All schools, government offices and most public establishments will be shut during these days, giving people a long weekend to relax or travel or sit at home with family.
The guide contains everything you need to know, from affected services, what is closing and what will remain open, changes in banking, travel advice and how to get verified.
📅 Public Holidays for December 1 & 2, 2025 Official Update
| Date | Status | Affected Services |
|---|---|---|
| 1 December 2025 | Public Holiday | Schools: Closed, Government Offices: Closed, Private Offices: Mostly Closed, Banks: Limited, Markets: Varies by city |
| 2 December 2025 | Public Holiday | Schools: Closed, Government Offices: Closed, Private Offices: Mostly Closed, Banks: Limited, Markets: Varies by city |
The holidays are for the facilitation of general public during various events throughout the country and for smooth administrative functioning in connection with these activities. The two-day rest is well-timed ahead of winter exams, end-of-year efforts for certain kinds of business and holiday preparations.
🏢 What Stays Closed in These Public Holidays
Many public and government offices will be closed on December 1 & 2. Here are the official announcements, as confirmed by government officials:
- Government Schools and Colleges
- Public Sector Offices
- Courts and Related Departments
- State-Run Institutions Providing Routine Services
It grants an opportunity to the employees and staffs to have a sigh of relief ahead of their busy schedule in December so they can meet with personal and professional responsibilities.
🌐 Services That Will Remain Open
Although most public services will be closed, some essential and non-essential agencies will remain open. Note: Availability may vary by city and place:
- Medical centres and emergency facilities :open for emergencies.
- Visas must be secured by Indian employers, petrol pumps to remain open Meanwhile, visas should be organized for Indians — 7.5 lakh of India’s workforce; the government must ensure they’re all brought back and offered as much protection as possible.
- Grocery Stores & Supermarkets — open based on city guidelines
- Restaurants and cafes and food delivery services — keep serving the public.
Big cities such as Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad and Rawalpindi will be more active, while smaller towns may have some closures on a few service outlets.
Below is the complete table of all schools of Pakistan, in which it has described about school timings for December 2025:
| Date | Day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 December 2025 | Monday | All government and most private schools nationwide will remain closed for the public holiday. |
| 2 December 2025 | Tuesday | Government and private schools remain closed. Essential administrative services may operate in limited capacity. |
| 23 December 2025 – 10 January 2026 | Tuesday – Friday | Official Winter Vacation for Punjab province schools (both public & private). Other provinces may follow similar schedules. |
| 12 – 13 January 2026 | Sunday – Monday | Schools reopen after winter vacation in Punjab; students and staff resume classes. |
| 25 December 2025 | Thursday | Schools closed nationwide for Quaid-e-Azam Day & Christmas. |
| 26 December 2025 | Friday | Additional holiday for Christian community; other schools may remain open unless declared otherwise. |
Notes:
- To this end, on December 1 and 2 were school holidays (a little long weekend because of the winter vacation).
- Punjab School Winter Vacation Notification 2021 This winter vacation will be observed by the schools of Punjab but might also be practiced in the same way by other provinces.
- Parents and students should check with local school districts for citywide cancellations, as well as for private-school records.
If you like, I can create a single comprehensive calendar for December 2025 that covers public holidays, school vacations, office closures and banking holidays — easy for readers to scan and plan. Do you want me to do that?
🏦 Banking & ATM Services During the Holidays
While physical bank branches will remain officially closed, digital banking and ATM services will operate normally. Citizens should note the following:
- ATMs — functioning normally for withdrawals and deposits
- Banking Apps — may experience higher traffic due to online transactions
- Salary Deposits — expected on scheduled dates
- Utility Bill Payments — possible via online channels
It is advisable to complete major banking transactions a day before the holidays to avoid delays or technical issues.
🚗 Traveling, Shopping and Family Planning
With back-to-back public holidays, families throughout Pakistan are expected to opt for short getaways, shopping or recreation. Key points to consider:
- More Motorists on Roads — anticipate congestion, particularly between towns
- Malls & Retail Centers — better walk in, especially big cities
- Restaurants and Food Establishments — probably more crowded
- Family Days out & Weekend Travels — for that perfect getaway with your loved ones
Travelers are urged to keep abreast of local traffic updates and avoid travel inconveniences.
📜 How to Check Official Notification
For those curious as to its source.
- Visit the official government website.
- Go to Latest news section.
- Find the notice of public holiday dated 1st & 2nd December, 2025.
- Download this circular for personal or institutional use.
- Reserve the notification for school, office or banking-related reference.
📞 Helpline & Contact Information
If you need to clarify or seek further assistance, the following government helplines are available:
- Federal Government Info Desk: 051-9207194
- Punjab Information Helpline: 042-99210032
- Sindh Government Helpline: 021-99201000
- KP Citizens Support: 091-9211789
- Balochistan Public Queries: 081-9202063
For information regarding school-specific updates, you are advised to reach out to your respective institution.