Business Days Calculator

Calculate the number of business days between two dates, excluding weekends and holidays. Perfect for project planning, deadline calculations, and business operations.

About Business Days

Business days, also known as working days, are typically Monday through Friday, excluding weekends and holidays. This calculator helps you determine the number of business days between two dates, which is essential for project planning and business operations.

Common Uses

Project Management

  • Deadline calculations
  • Project timelines
  • Resource allocation
  • Sprint planning

Human Resources

  • Leave calculations
  • Contract durations
  • Notice periods
  • Payroll processing

Financial Operations

  • Payment terms
  • Settlement periods
  • Trading days
  • Banking operations

Legal Matters

  • Contract deadlines
  • Filing periods
  • Response timeframes
  • Compliance deadlines

Understanding Business Days

What's Excluded

  • Saturdays and Sundays
  • Public holidays (optional)
  • Company-specific holidays
  • Non-working days

Regional Variations

  • Different weekend days
  • Local public holidays
  • Industry-specific holidays
  • Company policies

Tips for Accurate Calculations

  1. Define your working days clearly
  2. Consider regional holidays
  3. Account for partial days
  4. Check company policies
  5. Verify critical deadlines