🇪🇸 Tipping & service charge in Spain

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common. Restaurants in Spain don’t usually add a service charge. Menu prices normally include IVA (10%).

At a glance

Currency: EUR
Service charge: Usually none
IVA: 10% · included in prices
Tip: round up

Popular ways to pay friends back: Bizum, Transferencia.

Example: dinner for 4

A €120 dinner for 4 is €30 per person — no extra charges are usually added.

Food & drinks	€120
Total	€120
Each pays (4 people)	€30

Split a bill in Spain

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Spain?

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common.

Is there a service charge in Spain?

Restaurants in Spain don’t usually add a service charge.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Spain?

Menu prices normally include IVA (10%).

Typical values only — rates vary by city, state and restaurant. Always check your receipt.