Tipping in the United Arab Emirates
Tipping customary
Tipping is common in restaurants and hotels, even where a service charge is added.
Restaurants
10-15%
Many bills include a service charge, and a further tip is still common at restaurants (Lonely Planet suggests 10-15%).
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Public holidays in the United Arab Emirates
Sources
Every line above is backed by at least two of these. Researched 2026-10-05. Customs shift, so treat amounts as a guide.
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