Countries Where Tipping Is Not Expected

In Australia, tipping is not as common or expected as it is in some other countries. Australians in the hospitality industries generally do not rely on tips to supplement their income. This is primarily because the country has a higher minimum wage than most nations do – $21.38 AUS ($14.07 U.S.) per hour.

In Cambodia, tipping is not expected in most situations. However, in upscale hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas, it has become more prevalent due to Western influence. Even there, though, while appreciated, it is not obligatory. Locals generally round up the bill or leave small change as a gesture of goodwill.

Traditional Chinese culture places emphasis on hospitality as part of the service, and gratuities are not a customary part of the transaction. However, in more expensive hotels and tourist areas, some establishments may have adapted to Western customs, and tipping may be more common.

While not obligatory, tipping is considered a way to acknowledge and reward quality service in Costa Rica. A tip of about 10% is generally accepted in restaurants, hotels, and for services such as tours or transportation.

The Danish society operates on a principle of fair wages and equal treatment for workers, so tipping is not expected or required. However, it is appreciated if customers want to leave a small tip of about 5% as a gesture of satisfaction for exceptional service.

Tipping is not considered a standard practice in this East African nation. Instead of relying on tips, service providers such as restaurant and hotel staff and taxi drivers receive their income through regular wages or negotiated fees.

In Fiji, tipping is not a traditional practice. The culture in Fiji emphasizes hospitality and genuine kindness towards guests, and service providers do not rely on tips as part of their income. However, due to the influence of tourism, tipping has become more common in certain tourist areas and upscale establishments.

Kosovo does not have a strong tradition of tipping in restaurants, hotels, or other service industries – certainly not from locals – , and service charges are generally included in the bill. ,

In Laos, tipping is not a common practice and is not generally expected, and service charges are rarely added to bills in restaurants or hotels. However, in more tourist-heavy areas, such as Luang Prabang and Vientiane, it is becoming increasingly common for travelers to leave a small tip.

In Moldova, tipping is not a widespread practice. Service charges are typically included in restaurant bills. However, it is becoming more common for tourists to leave a tip. While not obligatory, a 5-10% tip is generally appreciated.

Tipping in New Zealand is not as common or expected as it is in some other countries. However, it is not unheard of, and it is generally appreciated when offered for exceptional service or in certain circumstances. The minimum wage is relatively high (about $13.78 US), and service charges are often included in the prices of goods and services. If you choose to leave a tip, 10% of the bill is considered appropriate.

Tipping is not a common practice in Samoa. The country places emphasis on mutual respect and reciprocity, where good service is seen as part of the job rather than something that warrants additional compensation.

The country has a no-tipping culture, and service charges are usually included in bills at service establishments – 10% in most cases.

In South Korea, tipping is not a common practice and it is not expected. The service industry workers are paid decent wages, and service charges are often included in bills. In some cases, tipping may even be considered disrespectful. That said, most of the country’s major hotels include a compulsory 10% service charge on bills.

Taiwan is generally a no-tipping country. Not only is tipping not expected, it is often not even accepted. The service industry workers are paid fair wages, and service charges, if any, are often included in bills.

Tipping is not necessary in Tajikistan. In upscale hotels or restaurants catering to international tourists, a small tip may be appreciated for exceptional service, and tips of about 10% may be expected in nicer establishments in bigger cities.

In Vanuatu, tipping is not a traditional practice. Good service is seen as part of the overall experience. While some high-end resorts and tourist-oriented establishments may have adopted a tipping culture, it is not common in most places throughout the country.