🇱🇰 Sri Lanka: August 2026 Poya Holidays and How They Affect Your Pay

Summary: Two Poya (full moon) holidays fall in July and August 2026. If you work on either day, you're entitled to 1.5x your daily wage.

Upcoming Holidays

• 29 July 2026 — Esala Full Moon Poya Day
• 27 August 2026 — Nikini Full Moon Poya Day

How This Affects Your Pay

If you work on a Poya Holiday, you are paid 1.5 times your daily wage for that day. This payment also counts toward your EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) contributions.

What to Do

1. If you expect to work on either date, let your manager know in advance so your pay is processed correctly.

FAQ

Q: Does the 1.5x pay apply automatically, or do I need to request it? A: It applies automatically whenever you work on a Poya Holiday, but letting your manager know in advance helps ensure it's reflected correctly in that pay cycle.