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Tipping in the Czech Republic

Tipping customary

Tipping around 10% is normal in restaurants. Tell the server the total you want to pay.

Sources: [1] [2] [3]

Restaurants

About 10%

Around 10%, given when you pay, not left on the table. Skip it if the service was poor.

Sources: [1] [2]

Service charges

Included

Service is included in listed prices by law. The VAT line on the receipt is not a service charge.

Sources: [1] [2]

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Public holidays in the Czech Republic

Sources

Every line above is backed by at least two of these. Researched 2026-10-05. Customs shift, so treat amounts as a guide.

  1. Wikipedia: List of tipping customs by country

  2. Wikivoyage: Czech Republic

  3. Lonely Planet: Tipping in Europe

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