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Tipping in Turkey

TRYLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is customary. Tip around 10% at restaurants; a service charge may be included on the bill.

Tipping customary

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Service charge may be on bill (check). Hand cash to server. Upscale 10-15%.
Bar
Standard:10%
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+10% for long journey or luggage. Agree fare before trip. Pay in TRY.
How to tip in Turkey
•Tip in cash (TRY)
•card tips often not possible
•Hand tip to server so they receive it
Quick tips
BahÅŸiÅŸ (tip) is modest
5-10% or 10-15% at upscale
Service charge sometimes on bill
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff50-150 TRY
Tour guides10%
Valet Parking20-50 TRY
Airport ServicesRound up
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.