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World Post Day 2026
Cultural · Global
Universal Postal Union World Post Day — 9 October
Date 2026
Friday, 9 October 2026
Countdown
203 days away
Category
Cultural
Region
Global
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About World Post Day
World Post Day on October 9 commemorates the founding of the Universal Postal Union in 1874. Post offices worldwide celebrate the importance of postal services for communication and development.
Traditions & Customs
- Postal exhibitions
- Philatelic events
- Post office open days
- Stamp collector events
- Postal heritage tours
Frequently Asked Questions
When is World Post Day in 2026?
Friday, 9 October 2026 In India Standard Time (IST, UTC+5:30), the holiday begins at midnight (12:00 AM IST) on this date.
What is World Post Day?
World Post Day on October 9 commemorates the founding of the Universal Postal Union in 1874. Post offices worldwide celebrate the importance of postal services for communication and development.
Is World Post Day a public holiday in India?
World Post Day is observed in Global.