Restaurant
Not traditional. 5-10% appreciated at upscale venues.
5–10%Tipping in Afghanistan
How much to tip in
Afghanistan
Tipping is not traditional but becoming more common in urban areas and with foreign visitors.
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Restaurant in Afghanistan
Appreciated5–10%Not traditional. 5-10% appreciated at upscale venues.
Cash preferred
$
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 10%$5.00
Total bill$55.00
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Not common.
Up to 10%Taxi & rideshare
Round up the fare.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
$1-2 USD equivalent at international hotels.
Housekeeping
Not expected.
Tour guide
$5-10 USD for day tours.
10–15%Spa & massage
10% appreciated.
5–10%Food delivery
Small tip appreciated.
Up to 10%Hair salon
Round up.
5–10%Cash is preferred for tips in Afghanistan. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — 5–10%. Not traditional. 5-10% appreciated at upscale venues.
How much do you tip for bar in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not common.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up the fare.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in Afghanistan?
Not customary. $1-2 USD equivalent at international hotels.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in Afghanistan?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for tour guide in Afghanistan?
Expected — 10–15%. $5-10 USD for day tours.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — 5–10%. 10% appreciated.
How much do you tip for food delivery in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Small tip appreciated.
How much do you tip for hair salon in Afghanistan?
Appreciated — 5–10%. Round up.
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