Tipping in Antigua and Barbuda
XCDLast reviewed · Jun 2026
At resorts and sit-down restaurants, 10-15% is common, but check the bill first. Many places already add a 10% service charge, and sales tax (ABST) is not a tip. USD is widely accepted alongside East Caribbean dollars.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15%
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+Check whether a 10% gratuity is already on the bill
+If service charge is included, extra tipping is optional
−"ABST" (sales tax) is not a tip
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+Table service may justify around 10%
−Casual drinks often only need small change
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Airport transfers or luggage help may justify more
−Short local rides often just round up
How to tip in Antigua and Barbuda
•Check the bill for a 10% service charge before tipping extra
•Leave more only if you want to tip your server directly
•Use small USD or EC$ cash for porters and small tips
Quick tips
Many restaurants and hotels already add 10% gratuity
All-inclusive resorts may include tipping or restrict it
Short taxi rides often just round up
More tipping situations (8)
Delivery10%
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff1 USD per bag
Tour guidesRound up
Valet Parking1-2 USD
Airport Services1 USD per bag
Car Services / Uber10-15%
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