Tipping in Australia
Not expectedRestaurants: Optional, ~10% for great serviceCurrency: AUD
Tipping is not expected in Australia. Hospitality workers earn one of the world's highest minimum wages. At nicer restaurants, rounding up or 10% for great service is appreciated but optional.
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Within the 0–10% range in Australia.
How much to tip in Australia, by service
| Service | Custom |
|---|---|
| Casual restaurant or café | No tip |
| Fine dining, great service | Up to 10% |
| Taxi | Round up |
| Hotel porter | Optional A$2–5 |
| Tour guide | Optional |
Local know-how
- Weekend and public holiday surcharges (often 10–15%) are added to bills. These are not tips.
- Card surcharges of 1–2% are also common; they aren't tips either.
Questions people ask
Is tipping rude in Australia?
Not rude, just not expected. A small tip for exceptional service is received warmly.
What is the public holiday surcharge?
An extra percentage some venues add on public holidays to cover higher staff pay rates. It is not a tip.