Tipping norms vary enormously around the world. What percentage to leave in the US, UK, France, Japan, Australia, and more.
| Country | Typical tip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| USA | 18–20% | 15% minimum at sit-down restaurants. Many POS systems default to 18%. |
| Canada | 15–20% | Similar to US; some provinces less. |
| UK | 10–12.5% | Often included as a “service charge” on the bill. |
| France | 0–5% | Service charge legally included. Round up or leave a few euros for great service. |
| Germany | 5–10% | Round up to the nearest euro or two. |
| Italy | 0–10% | “Coperto” (cover charge) is common. Tipping is optional. |
| Spain | 5–10% | Tipping appreciated but not expected. |
| Japan | 0% | Tipping is not customary and can be seen as rude. Don’t. |
| China | 0% | Tipping not expected; sometimes refused. |
| South Korea | 0% | Tipping not customary. |
| Australia | 0–10% | Tipping appreciated for great service but not expected. |
| New Zealand | 0–10% | Similar to Australia. |
| Brazil | 10% | Often included as a service charge. |
| Mexico | 10–15% | Higher in tourist areas. |
| India | 5–10% | Often included; otherwise small tip appreciated. |
| UAE | 10–15% | Service charge often included; additional small tip appreciated. |
Taxis: 10–15% in tipping countries, round up elsewhere.
Hotel housekeeping: $2–5 per night in the US; less or none in most other countries.
Bartenders: $1–2 per drink, or 15–20% of tab in the US.
Hair/spa: 15–20% in the US, less elsewhere.
No. Tipping in Japan is not customary and is sometimes considered rude. Excellent service is the cultural baseline, not something earned with extra payment.
Often yes — service charges are typically distributed to staff in lieu of tips. If a service charge is on the bill, additional tipping is usually not necessary.
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