Chinese and Lunar New Year Celebrations

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Dear Valued Client

Chinese and Lunar New Year celebrations starts on Wednesday 29th January and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on the 12th February. Celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered a public holiday. Please expect delays as many companies will close during this period and agents have already communicated that some offices are closing from tomorrow.

  • China: 28th January to 4th February, resuming 5th February
  • Hong Kong: 29th January to 2nd February, resuming 3rd February
  • Korea: 28th January to 30th January, resuming 31st January
  • Malaysia: 29th January to 30th January, resuming 31st January
  • Singapore: 28 January to 30th January, resuming 31st January
  • Taiwan: 25th January to 2nd February, resuming 3rd February
  • Vietnam: 27th January to 2nd February. resuming 3rd February

Should you have any queries, please reach out to our Durban office on 0318180320.

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