Tipping in Hong Kong
HKDLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Service charge (10%) often on the bill. Round up or leave small cash for good service.
Rounding commonMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Exceptional service or no service charge
+cha chaan teng
−Casual spots
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+No service charge on bill
+Round up or leave small change
−Self-service or quick orders do not expect extra
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10-20 HKD
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+Luggage help
+Long journey
+Leave in cash
How to tip in Hong Kong
•Check the bill for service charge
•Leave small cash or round up for good service
•Cash is easiest for small extra tips
Quick tips
10% service charge is often already on the bill
Cha chaan teng, fast food, and casual local spots usually do not expect a tip
Upscale dining may leave a little extra for very good service
Other situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up or small cash tip
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff10-20 HKD
Tour guides50-100 HKD per person
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesRound up
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Hong Kong
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.