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Tipping in Iceland

ISKLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is not expected in Iceland. Service charges (often around 15% at restaurants) are typically included in prices.

Tipping not expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Round up or ~10% for exceptional
+Service charge often on bill
+Not obligatory
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Iceland
•Pay the displayed price
•Round up if you want to show appreciation
•check the bill for service charge
Quick tips
Service charge often 15% included at restaurants
Card accepted almost everywhere
Rounding up optional for exceptional service
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.