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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.