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Tipping in Malaysia: how much should you tip?

Not customaryAsiaMalaysian ringgit (MYR)

Tipping in Malaysia is Not customary
Restaurants: service charge often added.

Tipping isNot customary

Restaurantsservice charge often added

Local currencyMalaysian ringgit (MYR)

RegionAsia

Tipping is not expected; a 10% service charge is common at mid-range and upscale venues.

Customary tips in Malaysia

Where	Customary tip
Restaurants	service charge often added
Cafes & bars	not expected
Taxis & rideshare	not expected
Hotels	optional

Malaysia tip calculator (MYR)

Work out a tip in Malaysian ringgit (MYR) using the local default of about 5%. Switch to By total to round your bill to a convenient amount.

Tip calculator for Malaysia

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Effective rate: 5%

Do you tip in Malaysia?

Tipping in Malaysia is not customary. Tipping is not expected; a 10% service charge is common at mid-range and upscale venues. 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 Malaysia

Pay tips in Malaysian ringgit (MYR) where possible — cash is almost always welcome.
Restaurants: service charge often added.
Taxis and rideshare: not expected.
Hotels: optional.