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Tipping in Ukraine

UAHLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is customary in Ukraine. Tip 10% at restaurants; 5-15% is common and a service charge is sometimes included on the bill.

Tipping customary

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:5-15%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Service charge sometimes 10% (Check first)
+Leave cash on table or hand to server
+Not added to card usually
Bar
Standard:10%
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Ukraine
•Check the bill (service charge sometimes 10%)
•Leave 5-15% in cash or round up
•Tip in UAH cash
Quick tips
Service charge rarely included (Check the bill)
Chayovi (na chai) = money for tea
In Kyiv 15% common for restaurants
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10%
Hotel Staff20-40 UAH
Tour guides300-400 UAH
Valet Parking20-40 UAH
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.