Tipping in Singapore

Tipping is not part of Singaporean culture. A 10% service charge is added to most restaurant bills automatically.

Tipping mandatory

A 10% service charge and 9% GST are added to bills. No additional tip is needed.

Not expected

Round up for convenience only; tips are not expected.

Not expected

Service charge is included. Not customary to tip additionally.

Not expected

Optional for private guides; not expected for group tours.

$5-10 SGD

Service charge is included in the bill.

Not expected

General Tipping Guidelines

When visiting Singapore, tipping customs may differ from what you're used to. Here are some general guidelines to follow:

✓Check if a service charge is already included on your bill before tipping extra.
✓When in doubt, observe what locals do or ask your hotel concierge for advice.
✓Keep small bills and coins in the local currency handy for tipping situations.
✓For exceptional service, a small tip is almost universally appreciated even in non-tipping cultures.
✓Tip in local currency whenever possible — foreign coins and small bills are hard for staff to exchange.