In what countries is tipping common?

15 Countries That Tip the Most
  • United Kingdom. Restaurant tip: 10% Hotel tip: $2-$5. ...
  • Vietnam. Restaurant tip: 5-10% Hotel tip: $1-$2. ...
  • Greece. Restaurant tip: 10% ...
  • Croatia. Restaurant tip: 10% ...
  • Turkey. Restaurant tip: 10% ...
  • Italy. Restaurant tip: 10% ...
  • Qatar. Restaurant tip: 10-15% ...
  • United Arab Emirates. Restaurant tip: 10-15%




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At table-service restaurants, the tipping etiquette and procedure vary slightly from country to country. But in general, European servers are well paid, and tips are considered a small bonus — to reward great service or for simplicity in rounding the total bill to a convenient number.

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Legally it's voluntary but if you slink out of a restaurant without leaving a gratuity of between 15 and 25 per cent, you're likely to be chased by a waiter demanding to know why. To help you avoid tipping anxiety (and disgruntled waitstaff), we explain how to tip in the United States.

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A guest's tip subsidizes wages for most of America's restaurant workers. It's a reality that only exists in North America—the United States and Canada. In most other parts of the world, tips are not expected—and in some cases, it's considered rude to tip.

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Tipping culture in Europe is very different, so there are some habits American travelers will want to leave at home. For most, tips are not expected in Europe, and it's fine not to tip at all, especially in more casual settings like bars or cafes. In other cases, though, small tips may be warranted.

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Whilst in much of Asia tipping is not expected, tipping is actually considered rude in the following countries: Japan. China. South Korea.

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Much like in the U.S., in Mexico, it is customary to tip service workers in restaurants, hotels, and Ubers. The standard tip is 10% of the bill, but you can give more or less depending on the quality of service. Tipping is not required, but it is appreciated.

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If you ask locals “Do you tip in Italy?”, they'll explain that while they sometimes leave a small tip, it's generally not necessary. In Italy, gratuity (or una mancia, pronounced oo-nah MAN-chah) is considered a bonus for exceptional service. And it's not often that you'll find a tip jar at a register.

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Canadians follow pretty much the same rules as in the United States. 15-20% is an average-sized tip for a seated restaurant meal. However, most Canadians tip around 15% whereas in America, 20% means it was great service. This gives Canadians a reputation as cheap tippers.

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There is no legal obligation to tip. But the restaurant owner or manager can certainly ban you if they want for not tipping. In restaurants where there is a “server” you are getting a service beyond just being cooked a meal. Of course they have a right to expect you to pay for that service.

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