Tipping in Bangladesh
BDTLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is appreciated in Bangladesh, but it is usually based on small cash amounts rather than strict percentages. In better restaurants, 5-10% is common, while taxis and ride apps usually just round up.
Rounding commonQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10%
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+Higher-end restaurants may appreciate 5-10% or about 100-300 BDT
+Check the bill for any service charge first
−Local eateries and street food usually do not expect tips
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+A small cash tip is enough in bars and cafes
−A formal percentage is not usually expected
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Bangladesh
•Use small BDT notes for direct tips
•Leave 5-10% only in better restaurants with good service
•Round up taxi and ride-app fares rather than tipping by percentage
Quick tips
Small cash tips are more common than formal percentages
Street food and local eateries usually do not expect tips
Porters and full-day guides are more likely to expect tips than taxi drivers
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber50-200 BDT
Spa & Massage10%
Hotel Staff50-100 BDT per bag
Tour guides1000 BDT per day
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services50-100 BDT per bag
Car Services / UberRound up
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