Tipping in Sweden: how much should you tip?
AppreciatedEuropeSwedish krona (SEK)
Tipping in Sweden is Appreciated
Restaurants: round up to 5-10%.
Restaurants: round up to 5-10%.
Tipping isAppreciated
Restaurantsround up to 5-10%
Local currencySwedish krona (SEK)
RegionEurope
Service is included; rounding up or about 5-10% is a polite extra for good service.
Customary tips in Sweden
| Where | Customary tip |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | round up to 5-10% |
| Cafes & bars | not expected |
| Taxis & rideshare | round up |
| Hotels | optional |
Sweden tip calculator (SEK)
Work out a tip in Swedish krona (SEK) using the local default of about 10%. Switch to By total to round your bill to a convenient amount.
Tip calculator for Sweden
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Effective rate: 10%
Do you tip in Sweden?
Tipping in Sweden is appreciated. Service is included; rounding up or about 5-10% is a polite extra for good service. As a visitor, the safest approach is to check the bill for an included service charge, then decide whether a small extra amount is appropriate for the service you received.
How to tip like a local in Sweden
- Pay tips in Swedish krona (SEK) where possible — cash is almost always welcome.
- Restaurants: round up to 5-10%.
- Taxis and rideshare: round up.
- Hotels: optional.
Quick tips for travelers to Sweden
- Check your bill for a service charge before adding a tip.
- Cash in Swedish krona (SEK) is the safest way to tip.
- When unsure, rounding up the bill is always polite.
FAQ
Do you tip in Sweden?
Tipping is optional - round up or add up to 10% for good service.
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United Kingdom10-12.5% (check for service charge)
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Franceservice included (round up)
Germany5-10% (round up)
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