Tipping in Kuwait
Tipping is appreciated in Kuwait, but not obligatory.
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Tipping quick reference
| Service | Recommended | Range | Payment | Service charge? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurant Optional ~10% for good service | 10% | 0–10% | Card or cash | No |
| Taxi Not expected; rounding up the fare is a common courtesy | 5% | 0–10% | Card or cash | No |
| Hotel housekeeping Not expected; a small note per night is a kind gesture | د.ك1 per night | د.ك0–د.ك2 | Cash only | No |
| Hotel porter Not expected; a small tip per bag is appreciated | د.ك1 per bag | د.ك0–د.ك1 | Cash only | No |
| Hairdresser Not expected; around 5% or rounding up for good service | 5% | 0–10% | Cash only | No |
| Tour guide Guides appreciate a per-person tip after a good tour | د.ك5 per person | د.ك2–د.ك10 | Cash only | No |
| Food delivery A fixed ~1 KWD for deliveries is common | د.ك1 per service | د.ك1–د.ك2 | Card or cash | No |
| Spa & massage Not expected; around 5% for good service is appreciated | 5% | 0–10% | Cash only | No |