Restaurant
5-10% at upscale restaurants. Not expected at local eateries.
5–10%Tipping in Vietnam
How much to tip in
Vietnam
Tipping is not traditional but increasingly common in tourist areas.
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Restaurant in Vietnam
Appreciated5–10%5-10% at upscale restaurants. Not expected at local eateries.
Cash preferred
₫
%
Split between
Number of people
1
Your tip · 10%₫5
Total bill₫55
Travel guide
Know the
local custom.
Bar
Round up or VND 20,000-50,000.
Up to 10%Taxi & rideshare
Round up fare.
Up to 10%Hotel porter
VND 20,000-50,000 per bag.
Housekeeping
VND 20,000-50,000 per night optional.
Tour guide
$5-10 per day for guides, $3-5 for drivers.
10–15%Spa & massage
10% or VND 50,000-100,000.
10–15%Food delivery
VND 10,000-20,000.
Up to 10%Hair salon
VND 20,000-50,000.
5–10%Cash is preferred for tips in Vietnam. Customs change; when in doubt, ask a local or your host.
Questions travelers ask
Good
questions.
How much do you tip for restaurant in Vietnam?
Appreciated — 5–10%. 5-10% at upscale restaurants. Not expected at local eateries.
How much do you tip for bar in Vietnam?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up or VND 20,000-50,000.
How much do you tip for taxi & rideshare in Vietnam?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. Round up fare.
How much do you tip for hotel porter in Vietnam?
Not customary. VND 20,000-50,000 per bag.
How much do you tip for housekeeping in Vietnam?
Not customary. VND 20,000-50,000 per night optional.
How much do you tip for tour guide in Vietnam?
Expected — 10–15%. $5-10 per day for guides, $3-5 for drivers.
How much do you tip for spa & massage in Vietnam?
Expected — 10–15%. 10% or VND 50,000-100,000.
How much do you tip for food delivery in Vietnam?
Appreciated — Up to 10%. VND 10,000-20,000.
How much do you tip for hair salon in Vietnam?
Appreciated — 5–10%. VND 20,000-50,000.
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