Business Days Calculator
Calculate business days
Frequently Asked Questions
How are business days calculated?
Business days exclude weekends (Saturday and Sunday). The calculator counts only Monday through Friday between two dates. 10 business days from a Monday is two weeks later on a Monday (skipping two weekends).
Does the calculator exclude public holidays?
The basic calculation excludes weekends only. You can optionally select your country to also exclude national public holidays. The calculator includes holiday calendars for major countries including US, UK, Canada, and Australia.
How do I calculate a deadline in business days?
Enter the start date and number of business days. 5 business days from Wednesday = the following Wednesday. 10 business days from Thursday = two Thursdays later. The calculator skips weekends automatically.
Why do contracts use business days instead of calendar days?
Business days align with working schedules, ensuring deadlines fall on workdays when action can be taken. Legal and financial deadlines often specify business days. 3 business days for payment processing means Monday to Wednesday, not Monday to Wednesday including a weekend.
How many business days are in a year?
A typical year has 260-262 business days (365 days minus 104 weekend days, minus public holidays). The US has approximately 251 business days after 11 federal holidays. The exact count varies by country and year.