In observance of these June 2023 holidays, some government offices, schools, and businesses will close:

  • Vesak Day will be observed in Singapore on Saturday, June 3, 2023

  • Yang Dipertuan Agong’s Birthday will be celebrated in Malaysia on Monday, June 5, 2023

  • King’s Birthday will be celebrated in Australia on Monday, June 12, 2023

  • Dragon Boat Festival will be celebrated in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore and Taiwan on Thursday, June 22, 2023

  • Tuen Ng Festival will be celebrated in China and Hong Kong from Thursday, June 22 through to Saturday, June 24, 2023

  • Juneteenth will be observed in the US on Monday, June 19, 2023

  • Eid al-Adha or Hari Raya Haji will be celebrated in many countries throughout Africa and Asia from Wednesday, June 28 through to Thursday, June 29, 2023

  • Hari Raya Haji will be celebrated in many countries throughout Africa and Asia on Thursday, June 29, 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.