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Tipping in Curaçao

ANGLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory; guideline is around 10%. Service charge on the bill is not a tip—it often covers fixed costs; tip in cash so staff receive it. Staff earn better base pay than in the US.

Rounding common

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10-12%
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+Service charge on bill is not staff tip
+Round up or 10-12% if no service charge
+Tip in cash
Bar
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10%
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+Round up or percentage of tab. Tip in cash.
Taxi
Standard:5-10 USD
How to tip in Curaçao
•Check the bill (service charge 10% sometimes added
•not a tip for staff)
•If no service charge leave ~10% or round up
Quick tips
10% guideline
many round up or leave extra on table
Service charge goes to fixed costs not staff
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-20%
Hotel Staff1-2 ANG per bag
Tour guides10-15 USD
Valet Parking1-2 USD
Airport Services1-2 USD per bag
Car Services / Uber5-10 USD

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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.