Do I need to tip in Singapore?

Tipping is lighter in Singapore, where service charges are often included in restaurant bills. Service charge on the bill is enough.

How much should I tip in restaurants, bars, and taxis in Singapore?

In restaurants, service is often included on the check, so any extra tip is optional. At bars, check whether service is usually included before adding extra; for taxis, riders usually round up to a convenient amount.

How do people usually leave the tip in Singapore?

Cash and card both work; tipping in SGD keeps things straightforward. No tip at hawker centres or food courts.

Tipping in Singapore

SGD

Last reviewed · Jul 2026Sources & methodology

Tipping in Singapore is not expected. Most sit-down restaurants already include a 10% service charge, and GST is added on top. Leaving extra is optional and usually limited to small cash amounts.

Tipping not expected