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Tipping in Philippines

PHPLast reviewed · Mar 2026

Tipping is not expected in the Philippines. A 10% service charge is often on the bill; round up or leave small cash for good service if you wish.

Tipping not expected

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10-15%
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+No service charge: rounding up or PHP 20-50 is common
−No extra tip expected when service charge is included
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:20-50 PHP
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+PHP 20-50 for helpful service or longer rides
−Rounding up is enough for short rides
How to tip in Philippines
•Check the bill for service charge
•Round up or leave small cash if you wish
•Cash (PHP) preferred when tipping
Quick tips
10% service charge common at restaurants and hotels (check the bill)
Tips viewed as goodwill not obligation
Optional extra for good service
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber20-50 PHP
Spa & Massage20-100 PHP
Hotel Staff20-50 PHP
Tour guides100-200 PHP
Valet Parking20-50 PHP
Airport Services20-100 PHP
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.