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Hospitality, everywhere
Tipping, wages, visas and the venues every country does best — for anyone working or travelling abroad.
United KingdomTipping is customary but not obligatory.IrelandTipping is appreciated but not mandatory.FranceService is included by law in prices (service compris).ItalyTipping is not expected.SpainTipping is modest.PortugalTipping is optional.GermanyTipping is usually around 5-10%, often by rounding up.NetherlandsTipping is optional; rounding up or 5-10% is common in restaurants.NordicsService is included in prices, and tipping is not expected.United StatesTipping is expected: typically 15-20% or more for table service, $1-2 per drink at bars, and tips for many service roles.CanadaTipping is expected, typically 15-20% in restaurants.MexicoTipping is customary: 10-15% in restaurants, and small tips for bar service and hotel staff.BrazilA 10% service charge is commonly added to restaurant bills.United Arab Emirates / DubaiService charges are often included.Saudi ArabiaTipping is appreciated but not mandatory; 10-15% is common in restaurants.IndiaTipping is common: 5-10% in restaurants, small tips for hotel staff and drivers.ThailandTipping is appreciated but not required.JapanTipping is not customary and can be refused.South KoreaTipping is not customary.ChinaTipping is not customary, though international hotels may include service charges.SingaporeTipping is not customary.AustraliaTipping is not expected.New ZealandTipping is not expected; small tips for exceptional service are appreciated.South AfricaTipping is expected: 10-15% in restaurants.Greece and Mediterranean islandsTipping is optional but common: 5-10% in restaurants or rounding up.
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