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Tipping by Country — Quick Reference
| Country | Typical Tip (Restaurant) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | 18–20% | Expected. 15% bare minimum, 25% for excellent. |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 15–20% | Similar to US. Adjust upward for groups. |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | 10–15% | Tourist areas often higher. Check for "servicio incluido". |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 10–12.5% | Often added automatically as "service charge" — check first. |
| 🇫🇷 France | 5–10% or round up | Service is included by law. Tip is optional bonus. |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 5–10% (round up) | Tell the server the total including tip when paying. |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 5–10% (or coperto) | "Coperto" cover charge often substitutes for tipping. |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | 5–10% (optional) | Round up at casual spots. 10% for nice dinners. |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 0% (no tip) | Tipping is not customary and may be refused. |
| 🇨🇳 China | 0% (no tip) | Not expected. High-end hotels are exceptions. |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | 0% (no tip) | Tipping not part of culture. |
| 🇮🇳 India | 5–10% | Sometimes added as 5–10% service charge. |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 10% (optional) | Not expected; round up for good service. |
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 0–10% | Same as Australia — tip for outstanding service only. |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 10% (often included) | Check for "serviço" on the bill. |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 10% | "Cubierto" cover charge is separate from tip. |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | 10–15% | Tipping expected, similar to US. |
| 🇦🇪 UAE / Dubai | 10–15% (often added) | 10% service charge common; extra small tip appreciated. |
| 🇹🇭 Thailand | 10% (or round up) | Not strictly expected but always appreciated. |
| 🇻🇳 Vietnam | 5–10% | Increasingly common in tourist areas. |
Other Common Tipping Scenarios
- Bartender: $1–2 per drink, or 15–20% of the total tab (US).
- Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night, left daily (housekeeping rotates).
- Bellhop / porter: $1–2 per bag.
- Hotel concierge: $5–20 for special requests like reservations.
- Taxi / Uber / Lyft: 10–20% in the US, round up in most other countries.
- Food delivery: 15–20%, minimum $3 — driver works for tips.
- Hairdresser / barber: 15–20%.
- Spa / massage: 18–20%.
- Tour guide: $5–10 per person for a half-day tour; $10–20 for a full day.
Tipping FAQ
What is the standard tip in the US?
Sit-down restaurants in the US typically expect 18–20% of the pre-tax bill. 15% is considered the bare minimum; 20–25% rewards excellent service. Bars: $1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab. Delivery: 15–20%, minimum $3.
Do you tip in Europe?
Service is usually included in European bills (look for 'service compris' in France, 'coperto/servizio' in Italy). Rounding up or adding 5–10% is normal for good service — full 20% US-style tipping is not expected and may feel excessive.
Should you tip in Japan?
No — tipping is not part of Japanese culture and can actually be considered rude. Excellent service is the baseline expectation, and many staff will refuse or chase you down to return the money.
How do you split a bill with tip?
Add the tip to the bill first, then divide by the number of people. Our calculator does this automatically — enter the bill, the tip %, and how many people are paying.