Trade unions in Costa Rica advocate for the rights of workers in Costa Rica. Dating back to the late 1800s, labor unions in the country have been a political force. They remain active in political and social life for many Costa Ricans.
National organization(s) | CMTC, CGT, CTRN, CUT |
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Total union membership | 241,000 (2015)[1] |
Density | 15.5% (2015)[1] |
International Labour Organization | |
Costa Rica is a member of the ILO | |
Convention ratification | |
Freedom of Association | 2 June 1960 |
Right to Organise | 2 June 1960 |