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Tipping in Morocco

MADLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping in Morocco is expected in most tourist and urban settings. In restaurants, 10-15% is standard. In local cafés or small eateries, smaller amounts are common.

Tipping expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:15%
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+Tourist and upscale: 10–15%
+Local eateries: 5–10% or small fixed amount
Bar
Standard:2-5 MAD
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10 MAD
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+Agree fare before travel
+Percentage of fare less common in city taxis
How to tip in Morocco
•Check the bill for service charge
•Tip in MAD (dirhams)
•Cash preferred
Quick tips
10-15% at mid-range and upscale restaurants
Service charge not always included
Local spots 5-10% or 5-10 MAD
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber5-10 MAD
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff10-20 MAD/day
Tour guides30-120 MAD per day
Valet Parking5-10 MAD
Airport Services5-10 MAD per bag
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.