In observance of these January 2023 holidays, some government offices, schools, and businesses will close:
- New Year’s Day was observed on Sunday, January 1, 2023 to Monday, January 2, 2023 in most countries around the world
- Day After New Year’s Day was celebrated on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 in many countries
- Epiphany will be celebrated on Friday, January 6, 2023 in many countries
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed in the US on Monday, January 16, 2023
- Chinese New Year will be celebrated in China, Hong Kong and Macau from Saturday, January 21, 2023 to Friday, January 27, 2023
As a result, criminal searches, drug and health testing and verifications with external dependencies are expected to be delayed 24 to 48 hours. We also recommend candidates and employees scheduled for drug and health services call their chosen clinic or laboratory to verify hours of operation.
For reference, here’s a global list of public and national 2023 holidays. Thank you for your continued trust in Sterling.