EDGAR: FAQ

Disclaimer: The information provided below is not legal advice, it is provided for a general understanding of the SEC's EDGAR requirements and practices. Please consult a securities lawyer or contact the SEC directly for legal advice.

Q: What are the EDGAR system hours of operation, and federal holidays when the SEC EDGAR system is closed?
   
A:
The daily hours of operation for filing on the EDGAR system is from 3 AM EST (6 AM PST) to 10 PM EST (7 PM PST).

Note, that the EDGAR system is closed outside of the hours listed above, and closed on federal holidays. That means no filings can be submitted to the EDGAR system, as the system is not available at those times.

U.S. Federal Holidays in 2009

Thursday, January 1 - New Year's Day
Monday, January 19 - Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Monday, February 16 - Washington's Birthday
Monday, May 25 - Memorial Day
Friday, July 3 - Independence Day
Monday, September 7 - Labor Day
Monday, October 12 - Columbus Day
Wednesday, November 11 - Veterans Day
Thursday, November 26 - Thanksgiving Day
Friday, December 25 - Christmas Day