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Tipping in Iceland

ISKLast reviewed · Apr 2026

Tipping is not expected in Iceland. Service is already included in prices, so most people only round up or leave a small extra for exceptional service.

Tipping not expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is already included in the price
+Very good service may justify a small extra
−No extra tip is expected for ordinary service
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up

How to tip in Iceland

•Do not feel obliged to tip in Iceland
•Round up or leave a small extra only for exceptional service
•Pay in ISK and keep it simple

Quick tips

Service is already included in prices
Tipping is much lighter than in the US
Most people only round up for exceptional service

Other situations (8)

DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel StaffNot expected
Tour guidesNot expected
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up

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Tipping questions in Iceland

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.