Tipping in Norway
NOKLast reviewed · Jul 2026
Wages are high and prices already reflect service, so tipping is never required. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is a quiet thank-you for standout restaurant meals. Taxi rides need only the nearest crown or nothing at all.
Tipping not expectedQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is already built into prices
+Very good sit-down service may get a small extra
−No tip is expected in casual places
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Longer trips or luggage help may justify more
−Most rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Norway
•Round up the bill if you want to tip
•Leave a small extra only for very good service
•No tip is required
Quick tips
Tipping is optional in Norway
Restaurants and bars may get a small extra for good service
Taxi rides usually just round up
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryNot expected
Hairdresser / BarberRound up or small tip
Spa & MassageNot expected
Hotel StaffRound up
Tour guidesRound up
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up
Travel essentials
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