5. Costa Rica
Average working hours annually: 2,212
Although the average working day in Costa Rica is 8 hours, it is not unusual for workers to work for 9 hours, which is regulated by law. During the working time, one lunch break and two small coffee breaks are usually provided to the worker. Even being among the hardest working countries by working hours, Costa Rica is also one of the happiest countries in the world.
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