Tipping in Jordan
JODLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is customary in Jordan. In restaurants, 5-10% is common if service charge is not already on the bill, while private drivers and tour guides are often tipped separately.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Check the bill for service charge first
+Cash tips may go more directly to staff
−If service charge is already included, extra tipping is smaller or optional
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Upscale bars may leave a little more
−Casual cafés usually just round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:1-2 JOD
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+Agree the fare first when no meter is used
−A full percentage tip is not expected
How to tip in Jordan
•Check the bill for service charge before tipping extra
•Use JOD cash for small direct tips
•Treat private drivers and site guides separately from restaurant tipping
Quick tips
Private drivers often get 5-10 JOD per day
Petra and Wadi Rum guides are usually tipped separately
Airport transfers may only need 2-5 JOD, not a full-day driver tip
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage5-10 JOD
Hotel Staff1-2 JOD per bag
Tour guides5-10 JOD per day
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services1-2 JOD
Car Services / UberRound up
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