Do I need to tip in Uzbekistan?

Tipping is optional in Uzbekistan, though a small extra is appreciated for good service.

How much should I tip in restaurants, bars, and taxis in Uzbekistan?

In restaurants, rounding up the bill is common. Bars and taxis usually just round up.

What counts as a bigger tip for exceptional service in Uzbekistan?

For restaurants, around 5-10% is common for exceptional service.

How do people usually leave the tip in Uzbekistan?

Tip in UZS ("so'm"). Agree taxi fares in advance when needed.

Tipping in Uzbekistan

UZSLast reviewed · Apr 2026

Tipping is not expected in Uzbekistan. In tourist restaurants, rounding up or a small extra for good service is appreciated, but most local places do not expect a tip.

Tipping not expected

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Restaurant

Standard:Round up

Exceptional:5-10%

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+Upscale or tourist restaurants may welcome a small extra

+Check the bill before adding extra

−Casual local dining usually does not expect a tip

Bar

Standard:Round up

Taxi

Standard:Round up

How to tip in Uzbekistan

•Tip in UZS ("so'm")

•Round up or leave a small extra for good service

•Agree taxi fares in advance when needed

Quick tips

Tipping is not expected in Uzbekistan

Tourist and upscale places are more tip-oriented

Yandex Taxi and other app rides usually just round up

More tipping situations (8)

DeliveryRound up

Hairdresser / BarberRound up

Spa & MassageRound up

Hotel Staff5000-10000 UZS

Tour guides50000-100000 UZS per day

Valet ParkingRound up

Airport ServicesRound up

Car Services / UberRound up

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