Business Days Calculator

Calculate working days between two dates excluding weekends and holidays. Perfect for project planning, deadline management, and professional scheduling.

Business Days Calculator

Calculate working days between two dates with custom settings

Start Date

End Date

Calculation Settings

Include weekends as business days

Exclude holidays

Country/Region

Custom Holidays

Key Features

Calculate business days excluding weekends and holidays

Support for US, UK, and Canadian holiday calendars

Add custom holidays for specific organizations

Perfect for project planning and deadline management

Understanding Business Days

Standard Definition: Business days are Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays

Regional Variations: Holiday calendars differ by country - US, UK, and Canadian holidays included

Working Weeks: Typically calculated as 5 business days per week for planning purposes

Custom Settings: Some organizations include weekends or have unique holiday schedules

Tips & Strategies

Project Planning: Add 10-15% buffer time for unexpected delays. Use business days for realistic timelines

Legal Deadlines: Court filings often require "X business days notice" - always verify specific requirements

International Business: Consider all relevant countries' holidays for global project coordination

SLA Response Times: "2 business days" means excluding weekends/holidays - document this clearly

Payroll & HR: Calculate exact working days for accurate pay periods and leave accruals

Banking Settlements: Financial transactions use specific business day rules (T+1, T+2, etc.)

Custom Organization Days: Add floating holidays, company events, or regional observances as needed

Year-End Planning: December has many holidays - account for reduced business days in Q4 planning

Frequently Asked Questions

What are business days?

Business days are typically Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and public holidays. However, this can vary by country and organization.

Which holidays are included?

Our calculator includes major national holidays for the US, UK, and Canada. You can also add custom holidays for specific regional or organizational requirements.

Can I include weekends as business days?

Yes, you can toggle the "Include weekends" option if your organization or project considers Saturday and Sunday as working days.

How accurate are the calculations?

Our calculations are precise and follow standard business day conventions. The holiday calendars are updated regularly to reflect current national holidays.

What happens if start date is after end date?

The calculator automatically swaps the dates to ensure the start date is before the end date, so you'll always get accurate results regardless of input order.

How do I add company-specific holidays?

Use the "Custom Holidays" section to add organization-specific holidays like floating days, regional observances, or company closure days that aren't in national calendars.

Why do business day calculations matter?

Legal contracts, SLAs, and project deadlines often specify business days rather than calendar days. Accurate calculations ensure compliance and proper planning.

Can I use this for international projects?

Yes, select the appropriate country's holiday calendar. For multi-country projects, consider using the most restrictive calendar or adding holidays from all relevant countries.

What if my organization works different days (like Tuesday-Saturday)?

This calculator follows the standard Monday-Friday business week. For non-standard schedules, you can include weekends and add custom holidays for your organization's non-working days.

How do banking business days differ from regular business days?

Banks often have additional non-business days and specific settlement rules (T+1, T+2). Check with your financial institution for their specific business day calendar and settlement schedules.