🇸🇪 Tipping & service charge in Sweden

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common. Restaurants in Sweden don’t usually add a service charge. Menu prices normally include Moms (12%).

At a glance

Currency: SEK
Service charge: Usually none
Moms: 12% · included in prices
Tip: round up

Popular ways to pay friends back: Swish.

Example: dinner for 4

A SEK 1,600 dinner for 4 is SEK 400 per person — no extra charges are usually added.

Food & drinks	SEK 1,600
Total	SEK 1,600
Each pays (4 people)	SEK 400

Split a bill in Sweden

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Sweden?

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

Is there a service charge in Sweden?

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

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Sweden?

Menu prices normally include Moms (12%).

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