Tipping rules by country

Norway

Tipping is not expected in Norway. If you had very good service, rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated but optional.

Oman

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

Pakistan

Tipping is not obligatory in Pakistan, and larger hotels and restaurants often already add a 10% service charge. Otherwise, people usually round up or leave a small cash tip for good service.

Panama

Tipping is customary in Panama, but not mandatory. Around 10% is typical in restaurants, and you should check the bill before leaving extra.

Papua New Guinea

Tipping is not customary in Papua New Guinea. Hotels and restaurants do not add service charges; it is not common to tip waiters. If you tip round up 5-10% or small kina amounts. Some locals say tipping can create jealousy; tip discreetly if you do.

Paraguay

Tipping is optional in Paraguay, but it is appreciated for good service. Around 10% is common in sit-down restaurants, while taxis usually just round up.

Peru

Tipping is appreciated in Peru but not mandatory. In tourist restaurants, around 10% is common if no service charge is already included.

Philippines

Tipping is not required in the Philippines, but it is appreciated, especially in tourism and hospitality. A 10% service charge is common in restaurants and hotels, and if it is already on the bill, any extra tip is optional.

Poland

Tipping is optional but appreciated in Poland. Around 10% is common in restaurants, while rounding up is common in taxis, bars and casual service.

Portugal

Tipping in Portugal is not expected, but it is appreciated for good service. In restaurants, service is generally included in the bill, and an extra 5-10% is mainly for good or standout service, while bars, cafés, and taxis usually just round up or leave a small extra.

Qatar

Tipping is not obligatory in Qatar but is standard in hospitality. Many restaurants add a 10-12% service charge (often not passed to staff); if not included, leave 10-15%. QAR preferred; avoid small coins. Some government or high-end staff may not accept cash tips.

Romania

Most locals leave 10-15% in restaurants. Smaller tips are common in casual spots.

Rwanda

Tipping is appreciated in Rwanda, especially in tourism. In restaurants, around 10% is common for good service, while gorilla trekking and lodge tipping are usually handled separately.

Saint Lucia

Tipping is discretionary in Saint Lucia. Around 10% is common for restaurants and taxis, but if a service charge is already on the bill you usually do not need to tip more.

San Marino

Tipping is not compulsory in San Marino, and customs are broadly similar to nearby Italy. In restaurants, rounding up or leaving a small extra is common, while around 10% is mainly for notably good service.

Saudi Arabia

Tipping is not mandatory in Saudi Arabia, but small tips are appreciated for good service. In restaurants, 10-15% is mainly for very good service, while taxis and ride-hailing usually just round up.

Senegal

Tipping is appreciated in Senegal, but it is not mandatory. Larger hotels and restaurants often already include a 10-15% service charge, while taxis usually just round up.

Serbia

Tipping is optional in Serbia. In restaurants, around 10% is common for good service, while cafés and taxis usually just round up.

Seychelles

Tipping is not expected in Seychelles, but small extras are appreciated in resorts and for good personal service. Service charge is often already included in restaurant and hotel bills.

Slovenia

Tipping is optional in Slovenia. In restaurants, many people simply round up, while 5-10% is appreciated for good service. In bars, cafés, and taxis, a small round-up is usually enough.

South Africa

Tipping is expected in South Africa. In restaurants, 10-15% is standard, while safari and game lodge tipping is usually handled separately for guides, trackers, and general staff.

Sri Lanka

A 10% service charge is common in Sri Lanka. Extra tipping is optional, with round-ups for taxis and about 10% only when no service charge is included.

Sweden

Tipping is not expected in Sweden. Most people simply round up, and 5-10% is only for very good service.

Taiwan

Tipping is not expected in Taiwan. Hotels and restaurants often add 10% service charge; no need to tip on top.

Tajikistan

Tipping is not traditionally expected in Tajikistan, but it is appreciated in tourist services. In restaurants, service charge is sometimes already included, while taxis usually just round up.

Tanzania

Tipping is customary in Tanzania, but city tipping is lighter than safari and Zanzibar tipping. In restaurants, 5-10% is common if no service charge is included, while safari guides and lodge staff are usually tipped separately.

Trinidad and Tobago

Tipping is common in Trinidad and Tobago, but many hotels and restaurants already include a 10% or 15% service charge. If service is not included, around 10% is standard in restaurants.

Tunisia

Tipping is appreciated in Tunisia, especially in tourist areas. Around 10% is common in restaurants, while taxis and casual places usually just round up or leave a few dinars.

Turkey

Tipping is customary in Turkey. Around 10% is common in restaurants, while cafés, bars, and taxis usually just round up or leave a small extra.

Uganda

Tipping is appreciated in Uganda, especially in tourism. In restaurants, 5-10% is common for good service, while safari and gorilla trekking tips are usually handled separately from everyday city tipping.

Ukraine

Tipping is not traditionally expected in Ukraine, but it is becoming more common in tourist-facing restaurants. Around 10% is generous in sit-down restaurants, while cafes and taxis usually just round up.

United Arab Emirates

Tipping is not expected in the UAE but is commonly practised. Many restaurants add a 10% service charge (and sometimes 6% tourism levy); if not included, 10-15% is customary. AED is preferred for tips.

Uruguay

Tipping is customary but not mandatory in Uruguay. Around 10% is typical in restaurants for good service, while rounding up or leaving a small extra is more common in bars, taxis, and other everyday situations.

Uzbekistan

Tipping is not expected in Uzbekistan. In tourist restaurants, rounding up or a small extra for good service is appreciated, but most local places do not expect a tip.

Vatican City

Same as Rome. Service (servizio) often included. Leave 5-10% or round up where tipping is accepted. Do not tip Swiss Guards. Tip in EUR.

Venezuela

Tipping is voluntary. 10% is typical in restaurants. Carry small USD bills—change is scarce; almost all transactions are in USD.

Vietnam

Tipping is optional in Vietnam, but it is appreciated in tourist areas. In restaurants, 5-10% is common for good service if no service charge is included, while taxis and Grab usually just round up.

Zambia

Tipping is voluntary but appreciated in Zambia. In restaurants, around 10% is common if no service charge is included, while safari guides and lodge staff are usually tipped separately at the end of your stay.

Zimbabwe

Tipping is customary but discretionary in Zimbabwe. In restaurants, 10-15% is common for good service, while safari guides and lodge staff are usually tipped separately in USD.