SEC Holidays & Filing Deadlines
Filing on time comes down to two simple things: when EDGAR is considered open and which days do not count. Know the rules and avoid last-minute surprises.
What are SEC EDGAR filing hours?
Use these guidelines to schedule your submissions and avoid next-day filing timestamps.
- EDGAR accepts filings Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET, excluding federal holidays.
- To receive the same-day filing date for most forms, submit and be accepted by 5:30 p.m. ET.
- Filings accepted between 5:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. ET are assigned the next business day's filing date, except for a few forms (3, 3/A, 4, 4/A, 5, 5/A, 144, 144/A, F-1MEF, F-3MEF, F-4MEF, N-14MEF, N-2MEF, POS 462B, S-11MEF, S-1MEF, S-3MEF, S-4MEF, S-BMEF) which receive the same-day filing date.
- No filings are accepted after 10:00 p.m. ET; transmissions resume the next business day at 6:00 a.m. ET.
- Weekends and U.S. federal holidays are not business days, and EDGAR is closed.
SEC Filing Holidays
The SEC observes the U.S. federal holiday schedule. Dates shift by year, and some observances move to Friday or Monday when the holiday falls on a weekend.
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Thu, January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day |
| Mon, January 19, 2026 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| Mon, February 16, 2026 | Washington's Birthday |
| Mon, May 25, 2026 | Memorial Day |
| Fri, June 19, 2026 | Juneteenth National Independence Day |
| Sat, July 4, 2026 | Independence Day |
| Mon, September 7, 2026 | Labor Day |
| Mon, October 12, 2026 | Indigenous Peoples' Day / Columbus Day |
| Wed, November 11, 2026 | Veterans Day |
| Thu, November 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving Day |
| Thu, December 24, 2026 | Christmas Eve |
| Fri, December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Sat, December 26, 2026 | Day After Christmas |
If a filing deadline lands on a weekend or SEC holiday, the due date typically moves to the next business day.
SEC Filing Deadlines Overview
This summary helps you calendar the big milestones for RegA+, RegCF, and RegD. Always validate your specific facts, since offering structure and events can change what is due and when.
| Form | Deadline | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Form D (Notice) | Within 15 calendar days after the date of the first sale | If the due date falls on a weekend or federal holiday, it rolls to the next business day |
| Form 1-K | Within 120 calendar days after the fiscal year end | Annual report for RegA+ Tier 2 issuers |
| Form 1-SA | Within 90 calendar days after the end of the first six months of the fiscal year | Semiannual report for RegA+ Tier 2 issuers |
| Form 1-U | Within 4 business days of the triggering event | Current report for specified events under RegA+ Tier 2 |
| Form C | File before launch of the offering on the funding portal | Offering statement for Regulation Crowdfunding (RegCF) |
| Form C-U | Within 5 business days after reaching 50% and 100% of the target amount | May consolidate if milestones occur within the same 5-business-day period |
| Form C-AR | No later than 120 calendar days after the fiscal year end | Annual report, filed each year until eligible to terminate |
| Form C-TR | File when eligible to terminate annual reporting under Rule 202(b) | Notice of termination of reporting obligations |
Note: If a deadline falls on a weekend or SEC holiday, it typically moves to the next business day.
How SEC holidays and after-hours submissions affect filing dates
EDGAR timestamps matter. Plan important filings for morning submission on the business day before a known holiday or long weekend.
If you submit after the daily cut-off, the system records the next business day as your filing date. When the calculated due date falls on a weekend or SEC holiday, the deadline rolls forward to the next business day. This is especially important for time-sensitive updates and closing activities that intersect with holidays.
Plan important filings for morning submission on the business day before a known holiday or long weekend.
RegD Form D Filing
RegD offerings require a notice filing on Form D after the first sale of securities. Issuers should also file amendments for material changes. The goal is to keep the SEC and investors informed about the core terms of your raise.
RegA+ Tier 2 Reporting
RegA+ Tier 2 issuers have an ongoing reporting rhythm: annual (Form 1-K), semiannual (Form 1-SA), and current updates (Form 1-U). Your fiscal year drives the 1-K and 1-SA timing, and specified events drive the 1-U requirement.
RegCF Filing Timeline
RegCF offerings begin with Form C filed before launch, followed by progress updates and current disclosures when material changes occur. After the campaign ends, issuers file an annual report until termination conditions are met.
Filing calendar best practices for issuers
A disciplined filing calendar supports timely submissions and clear accountability.
- Maintain one master calendar that includes SEC and state blue sky deadlines, and integrate it with team calendars.
- Build in two buffers: an internal review window of 3-5 business days and a one-business-day submission window.
- Submit in the morning on due dates to reduce cut-off risk and system congestion.
- Use standardized templates and checklists for RegD, RegA+, and RegCF to streamline recurring tasks.
- Assign clear responsibility for drafting, legal review, EDGAR submission, and confirmation.
- Maintain a contemporaneous change log to support timely amendments and current reports without rework.
- Monitor federal holidays and scheduled maintenance. Advance work by at least one business day when a deadline is adjacent to a closure.
- Manage EDGAR credentials proactively: renew passwords on schedule and store credentials securely with backup access.
- Apply version control to offering documents and exhibits to avoid discrepancies at submission.
- Use a post-filing checklist to confirm acceptance, verify timestamps, and trigger any required state follow-on actions.
This resource is a general guide and not legal advice. Specific facts may change your obligations and timing.