Find the Perfect Gift Amount

🇺🇸In the United States, the average wedding gift in 2024 was $150 according to The Knot Guest Study. Close family members often give $150 to $300, while colleagues and acquaintances typically give $50 to $100. Cash and registry gifts are equally common.

🇬🇧In the UK, guests traditionally base their gift amount on what they'd spend on a nice dinner out. Typical amounts range from £50 to £100 for friends, with close family giving more. Cash gifts have become increasingly popular.

🇩🇪In Germany, cash gifts (Geldgeschenke) are the norm. Friends typically give €50 to €100, while close family members may give €100 to €500 depending on their financial situation. According to German wedding tradition, guests sometimes aim to cover the approximate cost of their seat at the celebration.

🇦🇹Austrian wedding etiquette closely mirrors German norms, with cash being the preferred gift. Close family typically gives €100 to €300, while friends average €50 to €100. Presentation matters: decorative envelopes or creative cash displays are common.

🇨🇭Switzerland has the highest gift averages in Europe. Friends typically give CHF 100 to 200, with close family often giving CHF 200 to 500. The higher cost of living is reflected in gift expectations.

🇳🇱Dutch wedding gifts tend to be more modest than in neighboring countries. Colleagues and acquaintances give €20 to €40, friends €35 to €75, and close family €50 to €150. Practicality is valued.

🇧🇪Belgian research from CitySafes (2025) found that reception guests give an average of €65 per person, evening party guests €75, and full-day guests €110. According to etiquette expert Brigitte Balfoort, close family couples typically give €200 or more for a full celebration.