Tipping rules by country

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Tipping is appreciated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, especially in restaurants, hotels, and guided travel, but it is not a rigid rule everywhere. In restaurants, around 5-10% is reasonable when no service charge is already on the bill, while taxis usually just round up or agree the fare in advance.

Denmark

Service is included in prices by law. Tipping is not expected. Round up or leave a small amount if you wish.

Ecuador

In Ecuador, many restaurant bills already include a 10% "servicio". Extra tipping is optional, and around 10% is only typical when that service charge is not already included.

Egypt

Tipping is expected in Egypt. In restaurants, 10-15% is common, and service charge on the bill may not go directly to staff.

El Salvador

In El Salvador, tipping is modest compared with some countries: many restaurant bills already include a 10% service charge, so people often add extra cash only for very good service when nothing was added to the check.

Estonia

Tipping is optional in Estonia. In restaurants, 5-10% is mainly for very good service, while in bars, cafés, and taxis people usually just round up.

Ethiopia

Tipping is appreciated in Ethiopia, especially in cities and tourist areas. Around 10% is common in restaurants, while taxis and casual cafes usually just round up or leave a small cash tip.

Fiji

Tipping is not expected in Fiji. Service charge is often already included, and modest tips are mainly for exceptional service in resorts and tourist areas.

Finland

Tipping is not expected in Finland. Service is included, so most people simply round up or leave a small extra for excellent service.

Georgia

Tipping is appreciated in Georgia, but it is usually modest. Around 10% is common in restaurants for good service, while cafes and taxis often just round up or leave a small cash tip.

Ghana

Tipping in Ghana is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, 5-10% is common in upscale places, while taxis and everyday services usually just round up or leave a few cedis.

Greece

Tipping in Greece is customary. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up for taxis and casual service.

Greenland

Tipping is not expected in Greenland. Service is included in prices; round up or up to 10% optional for good service.

Guatemala

Tipping is optional in Guatemala, but 10% is common in restaurants. Always check the bill first, because some places already include a service charge or "propina".

Haiti

Most Haitians do not tip; tipping is customary in tourist locations and graciously accepted. About 10% in restaurants; hotel bills often include 10% tax and 5% service charge—you can still tip porters and housekeeping in cash.

Honduras

Tipping is optional in Honduras, but around 10% is common in restaurants. Always check the bill first, because some places already include a service charge or "servicio".

Hong Kong

Service charge (10%) often on the bill. Round up or leave small cash for good service.

Hungary

Tipping is customary in Hungary, but always check for "szervizdíj" first. If service charge is already on the bill, no extra tip is expected.

Iceland

Tipping is not expected in Iceland. Service is already included in prices, so most people only round up or leave a small extra for exceptional service.

India

Tipping is customary in India, but not mandatory. Tip about 10% in restaurants if no service charge is added, and check the bill before leaving extra.

Indonesia

Tipping is not expected in Indonesia, but it is common in Bali and other tourist areas. Service charge is often already on the bill, so extra tipping is usually small and discretionary.

Ireland

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory in Ireland. In sit-down restaurants, around 10% is common for good service when a service charge is not already included, while pubs, taxis, and casual situations usually just round up or leave a small extra.

Israel

Tipping is customary in Israel. Around 10-15% is common in restaurants and bars, while taxis usually just round up or leave nothing extra.

Jamaica

Tipping is expected in Jamaica. Leave 10-15% in restaurants, and check the bill because a 10-15% gratuity may already be included.

Jordan

Tipping is customary in Jordan. In restaurants, 5-10% is common if service charge is not already on the bill, while private drivers and tour guides are often tipped separately.

Kazakhstan

Tipping is not traditionally expected in Kazakhstan, but it is appreciated in upscale restaurants and tourist services. In restaurants, 5-10% is generous, while taxis usually just round up.

Kenya

Tipping is customary in Kenya, especially in tourism. In cities, restaurants often tip 10-15%, while safari guides, lodge staff, and drivers follow their own separate tipping patterns.

Kosovo

Tipping is optional in Kosovo, but it is appreciated for good service. In restaurants, many people round up or leave around 5-10%, while cafes and taxis usually just round up.

Kuwait

Tipping in Kuwait is discretionary but common. A 15% service charge is often included at hotels or for large dinners; otherwise, around 10% is appropriate.

Kyrgyzstan

Tipping is not expected in Kyrgyzstan, but rounding up is appreciated in nicer restaurants and for good service. Trekking guides and horse handlers may receive more when service is excellent.

Laos

Tipping is not expected in Laos, but it is appreciated in tourist areas like Luang Prabang. In restaurants, rounding up is common, and around 10% is mostly for upscale places with no service charge.

Latvia

Tipping is not obligatory in Latvia, but it is appreciated for good service. In restaurants, 10% is generous, while cafes, bars, and taxis usually just round up.

Lebanon

Tipping is customary in Lebanon; service staff are often underpaid. At restaurants leave 10-15%; the 11% VAT on the bill is not the tip. Cash preferred; USD is widely accepted alongside LBP.

Liechtenstein

Tipping is not obligatory in Liechtenstein. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants. Salaries are adequate so tips are a gesture of goodwill. Similar to Switzerland. Tip in CHF.

Lithuania

Tipping is customary in Lithuanian restaurants, where 5-10% is common for good service. In bars and taxis, tipping is lighter and often just means rounding up.

Luxembourg

Tipping is not mandatory in Luxembourg. Service is included, so most people round up or leave 5-10% only for very good restaurant service.

Madagascar

Tipping is not mandatory in Madagascar and not institutionalized. Around 10% is common in restaurants for good service, while guides and porters usually receive small fixed cash tips.

Malaysia

Tipping is not expected in Malaysia. A 10% service charge is often already added, so extra tipping is usually small and discretionary.

Maldives

Tipping in the Maldives is optional, and a 10% service charge is often already added to resort bills. Extra tipping is mostly for direct recognition of excellent service.

Malta

Tipping is customary but not mandatory in Malta. In restaurants, around 5% is a common local tip for good service, while 5-10% is more typical in tourist areas or for especially good service.

Moldova

Tipping is becoming more common in Moldova, especially in sit-down restaurants. Around 5-10% is standard for good service, while cafés and taxis usually just round up.

Monaco

Tipping is not mandatory in Monaco. Service is usually included, so most people simply round up or leave a small extra for very good service.

Mongolia

Tipping is not customary in Mongolia, but it is appreciated in tourist-facing restaurants and tours. In restaurants, 5-10% is generous, while taxis usually just round up.

Montenegro

Tipping is not mandatory in Montenegro, but it is appreciated. Around 10% is common in restaurants for good service, while bars and taxis usually just round up.

Myanmar

Tipping is not traditional. Optional 10% or small cash (MMK) at restaurants; guides and drivers appreciate tips.

Namibia

Tipping is customary in Namibia. In restaurants, 10-15% is common for good service, while safari guides and lodge staff are usually tipped separately at the end of a stay.

Nepal

Tipping is modest in Nepal outside tourism, but it is customary for trekking guides and porters. In restaurants, service charge is often already included, so extra tipping is usually small.

Nicaragua

Tipping is customary in Nicaragua, but it is voluntary. Around 10% is common in tourist restaurants, and you should check the bill before adding extra.

Nigeria

Tipping is not firmly established in Nigeria, but it is more common in upscale restaurants, hotels, and tourist services. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated for good service, while taxis usually only round up.

North Macedonia

Tipping is optional in North Macedonia, but it is appreciated for good service. In restaurants, around 10% is common, while cafes and taxis usually just round up.