Last reviewed · Mar 2026

Countries where tipping is not expected

In these places, service is usually included in prices, or tipping is uncommon (including no-tipping culture in countries like Japan and South Korea). Rounding up or leaving a small amount is sometimes appreciated but not required.

Japan
Excellent service is part of the price, so cash tips are not part of daily dining or taxi rides. Pay the amount on the.
China
On the mainland, tipping is not expected in everyday restaurants, bars, or taxis. Organized tours and some upscale.
South Korea
Tipping is not part of local culture. Pay the bill as shown. Extra gratuity can confuse staff and is often refused or.
Denmark
Service is included in menu prices by law, so tipping is not expected. Round up to the nearest krone if you want to say.
Iceland
Tipping is not expected in Iceland. Service is already included in prices, so most people only round up or leave a.
Norway
Wages are high and prices already reflect service, so tipping is never required. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is a.
Sweden
Tipping is not expected in Sweden. Most people round up to the nearest krona for everyday service, and 5-10% is.
Finland
Tipping is not expected. Service is included in the bill, so most people only round up to the nearest euro. Leave a.
Singapore
Tipping in Singapore is not expected. Most sit-down restaurants already include a 10% service charge, and GST is added.
Taiwan
Tipping is not expected. Many hotels and restaurants add a 10% service charge to the bill, so nothing extra is.

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