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Tipping in Singapore

SGDLast reviewed · Feb 2026

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

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10% on bill
Exceptional:Small cash tip (SGD 2-5)
Bar
Standard:10% on bill
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Singapore
•No tip at hawker centres or food courts
•If you leave extra, give cash in SGD to the server
•Optional tips are rare and usually small (SGD 2–5)
Quick tips
Tipping is not a local cultural norm in Singapore.
Service charges are considered sufficient, and locals rarely leave extra unless the service is exceptional.
Hawker centres and food courts: no tip expected
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 SGD per bag
Tour guidesNot required
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesNot expected
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.