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Tipping in Haiti

HTGLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Most Haitians do not tip; tipping is customary in tourist locations and graciously accepted. About 10% in restaurants; hotel bills often include 10% tax and 5% service charge—you can still tip porters and housekeeping in cash.

Rounding common

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10%
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+10% of bill
+check if service charge already on bill
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Haiti
•Check the bill (hotels: 10% tax and 5% service charge often included)
•Leave 10% at restaurants
•cash in HTG or USD
Quick tips
Most locals do not tip
Customary in tourist areas
Gourde (HTG) official
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 USD per bag
Tour guides10%
Valet Parking1 USD
Airport ServicesNot expected
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.