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Tipping in Kuwait

KWDLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping in Kuwait is discretionary but common, with a 15% service charge often included in restaurants and 10–12% appropriate if not.

Rounding common

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10-12%
Exceptional:15%
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+15% service charge often added
Bar
Standard:10-12%
Exceptional:15%
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+Same as restaurants
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Kuwait
•Check bill (15% service charge often included)
•If no service charge leave 10-12%
•Housekeeping 1-2 USD per night
Quick tips
Tipping optional
Fares often fixed
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 USD per bag
Tour guides10%
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services1-2 USD per bag
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.