How much to tip in Philippines 🇵🇭

Tipping is appreciated in the Philippines: round up, or leave 5 to 10 percent where no service charge is added.

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🇵🇭Philippines · Customary

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Split between

Restaurant: 5 to 10 percent; many places add a 10 percent service charge

Café & bar: Round up

Taxi: Round up

Hotel: PHP 20 to PHP 50 per bag

Tour guide: PHP 200 to PHP 500 per day

Amounts are in local currency. Tipping is a custom, not a rule, so use these as a friendly guide.

Philippines tipping FAQ

How much should I tip in Philippines?

Tipping is appreciated in the Philippines: round up, or leave 5 to 10 percent where no service charge is added. In restaurants: 5 to 10 percent; many places add a 10 percent service charge.

Do you tip taxis and hotels in Philippines?

Taxis: round up. Hotels: php 20 to php 50 per bag. Tour guides: php 200 to php 500 per day.

Is tipping expected in Philippines?

Tipping customary. A modest tip is normal and appreciated for good service, though not as large as in the United States.

Last reviewed 2026-06-03. Tipping is a custom that varies by region and venue, so use this as a guide. Sources: Fodor’s & Rick Steves travel etiquette guides, Wikipedia: list of tipping customs by country, national tourism boards.