Tipping in Thailand
THBLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is not expected in Thailand. A service charge is often already included, and small extra cash is mainly for very good service.
Rounding commonMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:Service included
Exceptional:Round up or 5-10%
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+Service charge is often already on the bill
+Exceptional or upscale dining
−Street food and casual spots usually only need rounding up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Fancy cocktails or skilled service
−Small change is enough in casual places
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+Longer journey or luggage help
−Short rides usually only need rounding up
How to tip in Thailand
•Check the bill for service charge
•Round up or leave a small cash tip for very good service
•Use small cash for extra tips
Quick tips
Service charge is often already included
Street food and casual places usually do not expect tips
Temple donations are separate from service tips
Other situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff20-50 THB/day
Tour guides10%
Valet Parking5-10 THB
Airport Services20-50 THB
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Thailand
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.