As a result , many employees in Israel work 45 hours a week , or 9 hours a day for 5 days .
However , in practice , additional time is added to make up for these breaks , leading to a maximum 45 - hour workweek .
Many employees in Israel work 45 hours a week , or 9 hours a day for 5 days .
However , in practice , additional time is added to make up for these breaks , leading to a maximum 45 - hour workweek .