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Tipping customs vary widely around the world. Here is what you need to know before your next meal — wherever you are.
In North America, tipping is not optional — it is a core part of how service workers are compensated. At sit-down restaurants, 15% is considered the minimum for acceptable service, 18–20% is standard, and 25% or more signals exceptional service. At coffee shops and bars, $1–2 per drink is typical. Always tip on the pre-tax amount.
In the UK, a 10–12.5% tip is appreciated at restaurants. However, many establishments automatically add a "discretionary service charge" to the bill. Always check before tipping — if the charge is already included, you are not expected to add more. Tipping at pubs for drinks is not customary unless table service is provided.
Across most of continental Europe, tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. In France, Germany, Italy and Spain, rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% for good service is standard practice. In Scandinavian countries, tipping is less common as service charges are often included in prices. In Eastern Europe, 10% is increasingly expected in tourist areas.
Tipping customs in Asia vary dramatically by country. In Japan, tipping is considered rude and may be refused. In China, it is generally not expected outside tourist hotels. In Thailand and Vietnam, small tips are appreciated. In Australia and New Zealand, tipping is optional and less common than in North America, though it is always welcomed for excellent service.
When dining in a group, the easiest approach is to split the total bill equally and include the tip in the calculation — this avoids the awkward back-and-forth of itemising each person's order. Use SplitMyTip to calculate the tip first, then divide the grand total by the number of diners. The share button lets you send the exact amount to each person instantly, making it easy to settle up via any payment app.