Tip Calculator: How Much to Tip in India and Abroad
Indian Tipping Etiquette
India doesn’t have a mandatory tipping culture like the US, but tipping is appreciated and expected in many service scenarios. Many restaurants add a "service charge" (5–10%) which is technically optional — you can ask to remove it and tip directly instead.
Tipping Guide for India
| Service | Suggested Tip |
|---|---|
| Restaurant (no service charge) | 10–15% of bill |
| Restaurant (with service charge) | Already included; optional extra |
| Food delivery (Zomato/Swiggy) | ₹20–50 |
| Hotel bellboy | ₹50–100 per bag |
| Salon/spa | 10% of bill |
| Cab/auto (app-based) | Optional; ₹20–50 for good service |
International Tipping
| Country | Restaurants | Note |
|---|---|---|
| USA | 15–20% (mandatory) | Servers earn below minimum wage; tip is their income |
| UK | 10–15% | Optional but expected |
| Japan | 0% | Tipping is considered rude |
| UAE | 10–15% | Service charge often included |
Use the tip calculator to split bills with friends and calculate per-person tip amounts.