Constitution Day holiday moved to Monday, November 9, Dominican Labor Ministry says
The Dominican Labor Ministry reiterates that Friday, November 6 is a workday and the holiday moves to Monday, November 9.
Key points
- Friday, November 6, Constitution Day, is a workday in the Dominican Republic.
- The holiday is moved to Monday, November 9.
- Workers must return to their jobs on Tuesday, November 10, under Law 139-97.
- Those who must work on the holiday will receive additional pay under the Labor Code.
The Dominican Labor Ministry reminded businesses and workers that Friday, November 6, Constitution Day, is a workday. The holiday is moved to Monday, November 9.
The change follows Law 139-97 on moving public holidays. Under that law, workers must return to their jobs on Tuesday, November 10.
The ministry said the observance must be applied in all public and private institutions across the country.
Those whose jobs require uninterrupted service during the holiday will receive additional salary compensation, in line with the Labor Code.
Why it matters
If you work in the public or private sector in the Dominican Republic, your Friday, November 6 shift and your Monday, November 9 day off depend on this ruling. Workers who work on the holiday are entitled to extra pay.
With additional reporting from: El Dia.com.do