þjónustugjaldi
Þjónustugjaldi is the Icelandic term for a service charge, a fee added to a customer’s bill by a business such as a restaurant, hotel, or catering service to cover the cost of service. It is usually presented as a percentage of the total bill or as a fixed amount and can be mandatory, included in the price, or optional depending on local policy or legislation.
The service charge differs from a tip (gratuity) in that it is typically collected automatically and is
Contexts and practices vary by country and establishment. Service charges may be disclosed on menus or receipts,
Legal and economic considerations include consumer protection rules, wage laws, and tax treatment of collected charges.