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Tipping in Egypt

EGPLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is expected. Leave 10-15% in restaurants; service charge on bill may not reach staff.

Tipping expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Service charge 10-15% often on bill but may not go to staff
+Add 5-10% cash for server or 10-15% for fine dinning.
Bar
Standard:10-20 EGP
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10 EGP
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+Round to nearest 5-10 EGP. Agree fare before the ride (many taxis have no meter).
How to tip in Egypt
•Check the bill (10-15% service charge often not for staff)
•Tip in EGP
•Cash preferred
Quick tips
10-15% at restaurants
Add 5-10% cash even if service charge on bill
Small tips ("baksheesh") expected in restaurants, taxis, and for small services
Other situations
Delivery5-10 EGP
Hairdresser / Barber10-20 EGP
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff10-50 EGP
Tour guides100-200 EGP per day
Valet Parking5-10 EGP
Airport Services10-20 EGP per bag
Car Services / Uber5-10 EGP

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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.