Tipping guide

Tipping in Vietnam

Tipping is not traditional in Vietnam but has become normal wherever tourism reaches. The practical detail that matters: hand cash to the person directly rather than leaving it on a table.

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Tipping in Vietnam at a glance

Not traditional, but expected around tourism

  • Restaurant (sit-down)
    5-10%
  • Cafe / Bar
    Round up
  • Taxi / Rideshare
    Round up
  • Food delivery
    Round up
  • Tour guide / Driver
    10%
  • Spa / Salon / Barber
    10%
  • Hotel housekeeping
    ₫40,000 per night
  • Hotel porter / Bellhop
    ₫30,000 per bag
  • Valet parking
    ₫30,000 per car
  • Hotel concierge
    ₫80,000 per request

Locals rarely tip at a street stall. In tourist restaurants, hotels and on tours, small tips are now normal and genuinely appreciated.

Tipping is not traditional but is now normal in tourism. Hand cash directly to the person rather than leaving it on a table, where it may not reach them.

Rates shown are typical amounts, converted to local currency at approximately 27 Aug 2026. Tipping customs evolve and vary from region to region, so treat this as your best starting point rather than a hard rule. Where a bill already shows a service charge, that is usually the tip.

Common questions

How much do you tip in Vietnam?

5-10% at tourist restaurants, nothing at a street food stall. Hotel housekeeping gets 20,000-50,000 dong a night.

Should I tip in dong or dollars?

Dong. Small dollar bills are difficult to change and a tip in a foreign currency shifts the hassle onto the person you were trying to thank.

Do you tip tour guides in Vietnam?

Yes, and it is genuinely expected on organised tours — guides and drivers on a day trip are usually tipped separately, with the guide receiving more.

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