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Tipping in Denmark

DKKLast reviewed · Mar 2026

Service is included in prices by law. Tipping is not expected. Round up or leave a small amount if you wish.

Tipping not expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:Round up or small amount
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+Exceptional experience
+Round up to show appreciation
−No tip expected as service is included
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Denmark
•Round up the bill if you want to show appreciation
•Leave a small amount or add it on the card terminal
•Tip only for exceptional service
Quick tips
Service is included in menu prices by law
Tipping is not expected in Denmark
Card terminals may prompt for a tip, but it is optional
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel StaffRound up
Tour guidesRound up
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up

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Tipping Terms Glossary

Service charge
A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
Round up
To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
Exceptional service
Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
Cash preferred
A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.