Restaurant
Not expected. Some tourist restaurants may add service charge.
Tipping in South Korea
How much to tip in
South Korea
Tipping is not part of Korean culture and can be considered inappropriate. Service is included in prices.
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Restaurant in South Korea
Not customaryNot expectedNot expected. Some tourist restaurants may add service charge.
Service charge often included — check the bill
₩
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 0%₩0
Total bill₩50
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Not expected.
Taxi & rideshare
Not expected. Let the driver keep small change if you wish.
Hotel porter
Not expected even at luxury hotels.
Housekeeping
Not expected.
Tour guide
₩10,000-20,000 for private guides is appreciated.
5–10%Spa & massage
Not expected. Service included.
Food delivery
Not expected.
Hair salon
Not customary.
Restaurant bills often include a service charge — check before adding more. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected. Some tourist restaurants may add service charge.
How much do you tip for bar in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected. Let the driver keep small change if you wish.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected even at luxury hotels.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for tour guide in South Korea?
Appreciated — 5–10%. ₩10,000-20,000 for private guides is appreciated.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected. Service included.
How much do you tip for food delivery in South Korea?
Not customary. Not expected.
How much do you tip for hair salon in South Korea?
Not customary. Not customary.
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