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Tipping in France

EURLast reviewed · Apr 2026

Service is included in France. Small tips are optional, usually as rounding up or a little cash for good service.

Tipping not expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:Round up or 5-10%
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in France
•Check for "Service compris"
•Round up or leave small cash for good service
•Cash is easiest for small extra tips
Quick tips
"Service compris" is included on restaurant bills
In Paris, rounding up or leaving small cash is a bit more common
Fine dining may leave 5-10%
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber5-10%
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-10 EUR
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport Services1-2 EUR
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.