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 expectedMost common situations
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
Other 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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Tipping questions in Uzbekistan
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.