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Tipping in Lithuania

EURLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is customary in restaurants (5-10%). Some restaurants add a 10% service charge so check the bill. Bar and taxi tips not expected. Tip in EUR. Cash preferred as card tip lines are rare.

Tipping customary

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+5% good 10% great 15% excellent
+Service charge on bill check first
+Counter or fast food not expected
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Not expected
How to tip in Lithuania
•Check the bill for service charge
•Leave 5-10% in restaurants if satisfied
•Tip in EUR cash
Quick tips
Service charge (10%) sometimes included (Check the bill)
Cash needed for tips (card tip line rare)
Staff often rely on tips as part of income
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber5-10%
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-15%
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
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.