Tip Calculator Percentage - Global Travel & Service Guide

• 10-15%: Standard service or when service was below expectations
• 15-18%: Good service at casual restaurants
• 20%: Great service at any restaurant
• 25% or more: Exceptional service or upscale establishments

• Bartenders: $1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab
• Food Delivery: 10-15% of the bill, minimum $2-5
• Takeout: 0-10% depending on service complexity
• Large Groups: Many restaurants automatically add 18-20% gratuity

North America

• United States: Tipping is mandatory culture - 18-22% for restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 15-20% for taxi/rideshare, $2-5 per bag for hotel staff
• Canada: Similar to US - 15-20% for restaurants, 10-15% for other services, HST/GST not included in tip calculation
• Mexico: 10-15% at restaurants (check if service charge included), $1-2 USD per day for hotel housekeeping, round up taxi fares

Europe

• United Kingdom: 10-15% if service charge not included, round up pub bills, £1-2 per bag for hotel staff
• France: Service compris (included) is standard, but 5-10% extra for good service is appreciated
• Germany: Round up to nearest Euro or 5-10% for good service, cash preferred over card tips
• Italy: 1-2 Euro per person at restaurants, round up taxi fares, small change for coffee bars
• Spain: 5-10% at restaurants, round up small bills, tipping not expected at tapas bars
• Netherlands: 5-10% if satisfied with service, round up bills, not mandatory but appreciated

Asia-Pacific

• Japan: Tipping is not practiced and can cause confusion or offense - excellent service is standard expectation
• China: Not traditional but increasingly accepted in major cities, 10% at upscale restaurants
• South Korea: Tipping not expected, service charges often included at high-end establishments
• Thailand: Not expected but appreciated, 10% at upscale restaurants, round up taxi fares
• Singapore: 10% service charge often included, additional tipping not necessary but welcomed
• Australia: Not expected but 10% for exceptional service is appreciated, no tipping at bars
• New Zealand: Similar to Australia, tipping becoming more common in tourist areas

Middle East & Africa

• UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi): 10-15% at restaurants, tip hotel staff and taxi drivers, cash preferred
• Israel: 12-15% standard, often automatically added for groups of 6+
• Turkey: 10-15% at restaurants, round up taxi fares, tip hotel and tour staff
• Egypt: Tipping culture strong - 10-15% restaurants, tip guides, drivers, and hotel staff generously
• South Africa: 10-15% standard, tip safari guides $10-20 per day, wine farm guides 10-15%

South America

• Brazil: 10% service charge often included, additional 5% for good service
• Argentina: 10% standard at restaurants, round up taxi fares, tip hotel staff
• Chile: 10% standard if satisfied, not mandatory but expected at nicer establishments

Restaurants & Bars

• Fine Dining: 20-25% for exceptional service
• Casual Dining: 15-20% standard
• Fast Casual: 10-15% or tip jar
• Bartenders: $1-2 per drink, 15-20% on tabs
• Sommelier: 15-20% of wine cost
• Coat Check: $1-2 per item

Hotels & Travel

• Housekeeping: $2-5 per night (left daily)
• Bellhop: $1-2 per bag
• Concierge: $5-20 depending on service
• Valet: $2-5 per car retrieval
• Tour Guides: $5-15 per person per day
• Taxi/Rideshare: 15-20% of fare

Personal Services

• Hair Salon: 15-20% for stylist, $2-5 for assistants
• Nail Salon: 15-20% standard
• Spa Services: 15-20% unless gratuity included
• Tattoo Artists: 15-25% for custom work
• Delivery Drivers: 15-20% with $3-5 minimum
• Moving Services: $10-20 per mover for half day

Special Occasions

• Wedding Vendors: 15-20% or lump sum based on service
• Holiday Tipping: One week's service cost for regular providers
• Group Events: 18-20% often automatically added
• Private Chefs: 15-20% of total bill