Europe
Money, cards and tipping in Luxembourg
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Money in Luxembourg
Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless are accepted nearly everywhere, even for small amounts; cash is rarely needed. US$1 ≈ €0.89 (03 Oct 2026).
Key facts
- Tipping: Service is included; rounding up or 5–10% for good service is appreciated.
- ATMs: Bank ATMs are common in towns; decline the machine's currency conversion and check your home bank's fees.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work wherever cards are accepted.
- Price level: about 94% of US prices (World Bank PPP).
Cash or card, by place
| Place | Cards | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Luxembourg City | Cards almost everywhere | Cards and contactless work almost everywhere; cash for some small cafés and market stalls. |
Quick answers
Do you tip in Luxembourg?
Service is included; rounding up or 5–10% for good service is appreciated.
Is Luxembourg cashless?
Cards almost everywhere. Cards and contactless are accepted nearly everywhere, even for small amounts; cash is rarely needed.
What currency does Luxembourg use?
The Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 (03 Oct 2026).
Sources
- ExchangeRate-API open rates
- US State Department travel advisory
- Guichet.lu: immigration
- mobiliteit.lu: fares
- European Commission: Entry/Exit System
- Speedtest Global Index: Luxembourg
- World Bank open data
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