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less frequently accepted. ATMs are everywhere, but be warned that those at branches of
OTP, the national savings bank, dispense 20,000Ft notes, which can be hard to break.
Taxes & Refunds
ÁFA, a value-added tax of up to 27%, covers the purchase of all new goods in Hungary. It's
usually included in the price quoted, but not always, so check. Non-EU residents can claim
refunds for ÁFA paid. For more see(
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Tipping
Hungarians are very tip conscious. The way you tip in restaurants here is unusual: you never
leave the money on the table - that is considered rude - but instead you tell the waiter how
much you're paying in total. If the bill is 3600Ft, you're paying with a 5000Ft note and you
think the waiter deserves a gratuity of about 10%, first ask if service is included (some
places now add it to the bill automatically). If it is not, tell the waiter you're paying 4000Ft
or that you want 1000Ft back.
