Tipping in Turkey: how much should you tip?
AppreciatedEuropeTurkish lira (TRY)
Tipping in Turkey is Appreciated
Restaurants: 5-10%.
Restaurants: 5-10%.
Tipping isAppreciated
Restaurants5-10%
Local currencyTurkish lira (TRY)
RegionEurope
Tipping (bahsis) of 5-10% is customary in restaurants, often left in cash.
Customary tips in Turkey
| Where | Customary tip |
|---|---|
| Restaurants | 5-10% |
| Cafes & bars | round up |
| Taxis & rideshare | round up |
| Hotels | small change per bag |
Turkey tip calculator (TRY)
Work out a tip in Turkish lira (TRY) using the local default of about 10%. Switch to By total to round your bill to a convenient amount.
Tip calculator for Turkey
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Effective rate: 10%
Do you tip in Turkey?
Tipping in Turkey is appreciated. Tipping (bahsis) of 5-10% is customary in restaurants, often left in cash. 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 Turkey
- Pay tips in Turkish lira (TRY) where possible — cash is almost always welcome.
- Restaurants: 5-10%.
- Taxis and rideshare: round up.
- Hotels: small change per bag.
Quick tips for travelers to Turkey
- Check your bill for a service charge before adding a tip.
- Cash in Turkish lira (TRY) is the safest way to tip.
- When unsure, rounding up the bill is always polite.
Tipping specific staff in Turkey
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FAQ
Do you tip in Turkey?
5-10% in restaurants; round up for taxis.
Nearby country guides
United Kingdom10-12.5% (check for service charge)
Ireland10-15%
Franceservice included (round up)
Germany5-10% (round up)
Italyround up (coperto often charged)
Spainround up to 5-10%Reviewed 2026-08-10. Customs can vary by venue and region.