Do I need to tip in Chile?

In Chile, tipping is customary in many service interactions. Counter service rarely needs anything. Card tips are common and usually processed with the bill.

How much should I tip in restaurants, bars, and taxis in Chile?

In restaurants, 10% is common for good service. At bars, 10% is a common range for tabs; for taxis, riders usually round up to a convenient amount.

What counts as a bigger tip for exceptional service in Chile?

For restaurants, around 15% is common for exceptional service.

Tipping in Chile

Q: How do people usually leave the tip in Chile?

You can accept it, reduce it, or decline it. If paying by card, confirm the tip amount before the payment is processed.

CLPLast reviewed · Jun 2026

Table-service restaurants usually suggest 10% on the bill, and you may accept, reduce, or decline it. Counter service rarely needs anything. The local word is propina, and card tips are common at sit-down venues.

Tipping customary