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Tipping in Cuba

CUPLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is expected. Leave 10-15% in restaurants; 10% may be included.

Tipping expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+10% sometimes on bill (check)
+Exceptional service up to 15-20%
+Cash preferred
Bar
Standard:10%
Exceptional:1-2 CUP per drink
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+1-2 CUP per drink or 10%
+Cash preferred
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+10% if metered
+round up if fixed fare
+Agree fare before
How to tip in Cuba
•Check the bill (10% sometimes included)
•Tip in CUP
•USD or EUR accepted in tourism
Quick tips
10-15% restaurants
Staff rely on tips
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff50-100 CUP per day
Tour guides50-100 CUP per person per day
Valet Parking5-10 CUP
Airport ServicesRound up
Car Services / UberRound up

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Tipping Terms Glossary

Service charge
A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
Round up
To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
Exceptional service
Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
Cash preferred
A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.