There are 196 countries around the world, each with different policies regarding tips for service providers. Is it customary to leave 10 or 20 percent of the total account? Is it customary to leave a tip at all? Cash or credit? Who?
So here’s a guide to tip policy in the world’s 19 most popular countries, according to TripAdvisor.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Once you’ve finished your Dolce de Lecce with great pleasure, remember that in Buenos Aires it is customary to leave a tip of 10-15% of the total account. And it is customary to leave it in cash (if possible of course).
Sydney Australia
Waiters in Australia live with dignity with their base salary and therefore don’t crave your tips. According to Australia’s Traveller website, the decision to tip is entirely up to you. The same goes for taxis. It’s not mandatory, but if you’ve received excellent service, you can indulge in a few dollars.
Prague, Czech Republic
In Prague you need to check your account to verify whether the service is included or not included. If it is indicated that the service is not included, it is customary to leave 10-15 percent. And although the waiters don’t expect a tip, in the touristy places it has already become the standard. As for taxis, there is no need to leave a tip on a pre-agreed trip. Otherwise, you can leave 10 percent.
Paris, France
Those who have learned French at school know – “service compris” means “including service”. When this pair of words appear on the bill, and it happens in most restaurants, there is no need to leave a tip. Still, there’s no problem adding a little change to your account. The waiters in Paris don’t earn much and are happy for this extra.
Rome, Italy
Those who have learned French at school know – “service compris” means “including service”. When this pair of words appear on the bill, and it happens in most restaurants, there is no need to leave a tip. Still, there’s no problem adding a little change to your account. The waiters in Paris don’t earn much and are happy for this extra.
Tokyo, Japan
In Japan everything is simpler. Good service is a way of life for the Japanese so it is not customary to leave tips. But, according to Rocket News 24, there is an alternative and it is a very complex tip method that includes protocol and providing the tip before receiving the service. If you are there and have managed to understand this method, we will be happy to explain in the comments.
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain, the service is usually included in the price. However, if the service was more than the usual, 10 percent could be added. In the local pubs there is really no need to add a tip.
Cape Town, South Africa
In Capitol, it’s customary to leave a 10-15 percent tip. The porters at the hotel and the taxi drivers are also customary to chaperone in smaller amounts.
Bangkok, Thailand
Even in Thailand there is no need to leave a tip, but it is customary to leave a few bahts on the table. According to Trip Advisor, service providers in Thailand really appreciate the tips they are left with.
London, England
In England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland, it is advisable to check if the service is included in the account. If excluded, leave 10-15 percent of the total. More can be left if you have received excellent service. No need to leave tips in pubs.
Hong Kong
As in Japan, it is not customary in China to leave a tip at the end of the meal. But, recently there has been a new trend in Hong Kong where new hipster restaurants do leave tips, so we may soon see a change in trend in this context.
Lisbon, Portugal
According to the Lisbon Guide, in cafes it is customary to leave a 5 percent tip, in 10 percent restaurants and taxis there is really no need, although you will not be angry if you do so. It is advisable to check the account to check if the service is included in the price.
Hanoi, Vietnam
In Hanoi, it is customary to leave a tip of 5-10 percent, according to Business Insider. When it comes to taxi drivers and hotel porters, there’s no obligation to pamper them unless you really feel like it.
Istanbul, Turkey
Tips, or elderly in Turkish, are not customary in the less luxurious places of Istanbul (but they are appreciated by service providers). In the more tourist destinations and in the Old City, it is customary to leave 10-15 percent. According to Turkey Travel Planner, do not leave the tip on a credit card and it is advisable that the amount in cash be in the local currency.
New York, USA
In New York as in New York – everything is expensive. In restaurants it is customary to leave 15-20 percent of the total bill and in taxis 15 percent.
Budapest, Hungary
For good service, it is customary to leave 10-15 percent. In the busier places of the city, restaurants tend to include the service charges so it is worth checking the bill before providing the tip. In addition, it is customary for Chaper to refuel and public services workers in the amount of 100-200 forint (between 1-3 shekels).
St. Petersburg, Russia
Giving tips in Russia has always been a recommendation, although in recent years it has been more expected, according to the Moscow Times. Those who choose to leave a tip, leave around 10-15 percent in restaurants. You can’t leave a credit card tip in the country.
Kathmandu, Nepal
The more touristy it becomes, the more mundane the tip set in Nepal becomes. According to Visit Nepal, a tip should be left “just for a good job”. In restaurants, check if the service is included in the price and if not, leave 5-10 percent (only for good service).
Amsterdam, Netherlands
In Amsterdam they found a great way around the confusing tips – they enacted a law. All restaurants in Amsterdam must include the service charge in the account. If you have received really good service, you are welcome to leave 5-10%.
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