Tipping in China: how much should you tip?
Not customaryAsiaChinese yuan (CNY)
Tipping in China is Not customary
Restaurants: not expected.
Restaurants: not expected.
Tipping isNot customary
Restaurantsnot expected
Local currencyChinese yuan (CNY)
RegionAsia
Tipping is generally not expected in mainland China, though upscale and tourist venues are slowly changing.
Customary tips in China
| Where | Customary tip |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | not expected |
| Cafes & bars | not expected |
| Taxis & rideshare | not expected |
| Hotels | optional at high-end hotels |
China tip calculator (CNY)
Work out a tip in Chinese yuan (CNY) using the local default of about 5%. Switch to By total to round your bill to a convenient amount.
Tip calculator for China
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Effective rate: 5%
Do you tip in China?
Tipping in China is not customary. Tipping is generally not expected in mainland China, though upscale and tourist venues are slowly changing. As a visitor, the safest approach is to check the bill for an included service charge, then decide whether a small extra amount is appropriate for the service you received.
How to tip like a local in China
- Pay tips in Chinese yuan (CNY) where possible — cash is almost always welcome.
- Restaurants: not expected.
- Taxis and rideshare: not expected.
- Hotels: optional at high-end hotels.
Quick tips for travelers to China
- Check your bill for a service charge before adding a tip.
- Cash in Chinese yuan (CNY) is the safest way to tip.
- When unsure, rounding up the bill is always polite.
FAQ
Do you tip in China?
Generally no, though high-end hotels and tour guides increasingly accept tips.
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