Tip Calculator by Country
Enter the bill, choose a country, and see the recommended tip amount and total. Tipping customs vary wildly by country, so we explain the local norm for each.
Standard for restaurants and services. 15% is considered low, 20% is the new normal.
total including $10.00 tip (20%)
Tipping customs differ dramatically around the world. In the US a 20% tip is the norm. In Japan, leaving money on the table can cause genuine offence. This tool handles both cases.
The percentages listed reflect observed local customs, not a universal recommendation. In countries where tipping is optional or not expected, the tool still lets you calculate a tip if you want to leave one. The note for each country explains the actual local situation.
How we work it out
Tip amount is bill multiplied by the tip percentage divided by 100. Total is bill plus tip. Per-person amounts divide the total (or just the tip) by the number of people splitting the bill.
Questions
Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?
In the US, both approaches are common. Tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is technically more accurate, but most people tip on the total bill out of convenience. The difference on a typical restaurant bill is small.
Why does the tool show 0% as the norm for some countries?
In countries like Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, tipping is genuinely not expected or customary. Service workers are paid properly. Setting a default tip there would be misleading. You can still tip if you want to.
What if a service charge is already included?
Check the bill before tipping. In France the service charge is legally mandatory and included. In the UK many restaurants add 12.5% discretionary service. If service is already on the bill, you do not need to add more.
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