Is Easter Tuesday a bank holiday?
No. Easter Tuesday, the day after Easter Monday, is not a bank holiday anywhere in the UK or Ireland. The Easter bank holidays are Good Friday and Easter Monday.
NoNot a UK bank holiday
30 MarEaster Tuesday 2027 · Tuesday
3 MayNext bank holiday after: Early May bank holiday
Is it a day off anywhere in the UK or Ireland?
| Nation | Easter Tuesday 2027 | Nearest bank holiday |
|---|---|---|
| England & Wales | Normal day | Easter Monday Monday 29 March 2027 |
| Scotland | Normal day | Good Friday Friday 26 March 2027 |
| Northern Ireland | Normal day | Easter Monday Monday 29 March 2027 |
| Republic of Ireland | Normal day | Easter Monday Monday 29 March 2027 |
What it means for work and shops
A few employers, including some in the Northern Ireland public sector, give Easter Tuesday as an extra "privilege" day, but it is not a bank holiday and banks and shops open as normal.
Looking for a nearby bank holiday? See Easter Monday.
Easter Tuesday dates
| Year | Date | Bank holiday? |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 30 March 2027 | No |
| 2028 | Tuesday 18 April 2028 | No |
| 2029 | Tuesday 3 April 2029 | No |
| 2030 | Tuesday 23 April 2030 | No |
| 2031 | Tuesday 15 April 2031 | No |
Other days that aren't bank holidays
Frequently asked questions
When is Easter Tuesday 2027?
Easter Tuesday 2027 is on Tuesday 30 March 2027.
Is Easter Tuesday a day off work?
Only if your employer or contract gives it as a day off. There is no legal right to time off, and no extra pay is required, because it is not a bank holiday.