🇻🇳 Tipping in Vietnam — 5–10%
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Standard Tip
5–10%
at restaurants
Currency
VND
₫ — local currency
Tipping Culture
Expected
part of service culture
Tipping is becoming more common in tourist areas. In upscale restaurants, 5–10% is appreciated. Tour guides and drivers expect tips. For street food and local restaurants, tipping is optional.
Upscale restaurant: 5–10%
Local restaurant: optional
Tour guide: 50,000–100,000 VND/day
Driver: 50,000 VND/day
Hotel: 20,000–50,000 VND per bag
Common Questions
Do you tip in Vietnam?
Tipping is becoming more common in tourist areas. In upscale restaurants, 5–10% is appreciated. Tour guides and drivers expect tips. For street food and local restaurants, tipping is optional.
How much should I tip at a restaurant in Vietnam?
Upscale restaurant: 5–10%. Tipping is becoming more common in tourist areas. In upscale restaurants, 5–10% is appreciated. Tour guides and drivers expect tips. For street food and local restaurants, tipping is optional.
Should I tip in cash or on card in Vietnam?
Cash goes straight to the person who served you; how tips added on card are shared varies by venue and country. Carrying a little local currency (VND) makes small tips and purchases easier.
How do I calculate a tip for Vietnam?
Use the Aorista tip calculator — enter your bill total in VND, set the tip to 10% (the standard rate for Vietnam), and choose the number of people. You'll get the tip amount and each person's share instantly.
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