1. What Are Microsoft Holidays?

Microsoft offers employees 10 fixed US holidays plus additional floating holidays each year. This combination provides flexibility while maintaining standard holiday benefits.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• 10 Fixed Holidays — Standard US holidays observed by Microsoft
• Floating Holidays — Additional flexible days granted by Microsoft (typically 1-3 days)

Explanation: The fixed holidays include New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and others.

3. Importance of Holiday Planning

Details: Understanding your total holiday allowance helps with vacation planning and work-life balance throughout the year.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of floating holidays you're entitled to (typically provided by HR). The calculator will add these to the standard 10 fixed holidays.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What are the 10 fixed Microsoft holidays?
A: Typically includes New Year's Day, MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day + following Friday, Christmas Day.

Q2: How many floating holidays do Microsoft employees get?
A: This varies by role and location, but typically ranges from 1-3 floating holidays per year.

Q3: Can floating holidays be carried over?
A: Microsoft's policy typically requires floating holidays to be used within the calendar year.

Q4: Are holidays the same worldwide?
A: No, Microsoft adjusts holidays based on local country practices and regulations.

Q5: How does this compare to other tech companies?
A: Microsoft's holiday package is competitive, with many tech companies offering similar or slightly different combinations of fixed and floating holidays.