Restaurant
Not expected. Small tip appreciated.
Up to 10%Tipping in Kiribati
How much to tip in
Kiribati
Tipping is not traditional. Small tips may be appreciated at tourist establishments.
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Restaurant in Kiribati
AppreciatedUp to 10%Not expected. Small tip appreciated.
Cash preferred
$
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 5%$2.50
Total bill$52.50
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Not expected.
Up to 10%Taxi & rideshare
Not expected.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
A$1-2 appreciated.
Housekeeping
Not expected.
Tour guide
A$5-10 for tours.
5–10%Spa & massage
Small tip appreciated.
Up to 10%Food delivery
Not expected.
Up to 10%Hair salon
Round up.
Up to 10%Cash is preferred for tips in Kiribati. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected. Small tip appreciated.
How much do you tip for bar in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in Kiribati?
Not customary. A$1-2 appreciated.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in Kiribati?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for tour guide in Kiribati?
Expected — 5–10%. A$5-10 for tours.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Small tip appreciated.
How much do you tip for food delivery in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hair salon in Kiribati?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up.
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