January 9, 2025, National Day of Mourning for Jimmy Carter: What’s Closed?

In honor of the late former President Jimmy Carter, U.S. President Joe Biden has declared January 9, 2025, a national day of mourning. President Biden invited people worldwide to join in the solemn observance following Carter’s passing.

Typically, on national days of mourning, federal offices and stock markets close, as seen after the deaths of former Presidents George HW Bush in 2018 and Gerald Ford in 2006. However, such observances do not usually mandate the closure of businesses or banks as a federal holiday does.

US marks January 9 as a day of mourning for Jimmy Carter's death.

As a result, most banks and businesses will remain open on January 9. Major courier services, such as UPS and FedEx, will operate normally, with pickups and deliveries scheduled as usual.

Federal offices, including U.S. Postal Service locations, will be closed, meaning there will be no mail delivery on this day. The closure of federal offices follows an executive order by President Biden.

In addition, Biden announced that flags at the White House and all public buildings will be flown at half-staff for 30 days in honor of Carter. The president has also encouraged Americans to gather in places of worship on January 9 to pay tribute to Carter's legacy.

For any uncertainties, particularly regarding bank holidays, individuals are encouraged to contact their local bank branch for confirmation.