Do I need to tip in Greenland?

Tipping is lighter in Greenland, where service charges are often included in restaurant bills.

How much should I tip in restaurants, bars, and taxis in Greenland?

In restaurants, service is often included on the check, so any extra tip is optional. Bars and taxis usually just round up.

What counts as a bigger tip for exceptional service in Greenland?

For restaurants, around 5-10% is common for exceptional service (prices already include tips and gratuity).

Tipping in Greenland

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Last reviewed · Jul 2026Sources & methodology

In Greenland, tipping is not expected. Prices already include tips and gratuity. Round up or leave about 5-10% only when service went above and beyond. On expedition boats and in remote towns, a cash thank-you is appreciated but never required.

Tipping not expected

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Restaurant

Standard:Service included

Exceptional:5-10%

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+Prices already include tips and gratuity

+Optional 5-10% or a round-up only for outstanding service

−Tipping is not expected for ordinary service

Bar

Standard:Round up

Taxi

Standard:Round up

How to tip in Greenland

•Cash or card (DKK) accepted

•Round up for good service

•Service included in bill

Quick tips

Service included in prices

Optional round up or small tip for excellent service

More tipping situations (8)

DeliveryRound up

Hairdresser / BarberRound up

Spa & MassageRound up

Hotel Staff10-20 DKK

Tour guidesRound up

Valet ParkingRound up

Airport ServicesNot expected

Car Services / UberRound up

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Sources & methodology

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