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Tipping in Egypt

Tipping customary

Small tips (baksheesh) are part of everyday tourist services.

Sources: [1] [2] [3]

Restaurants

0-15%

Sources differ: Egyptians themselves rarely tip at restaurants, while tourist guides suggest 10-15% where no service charge is added. Fancier restaurants add 10-12%.

Sources: [1] [2]

Good to know

Baksheesh is never mandatory, and you can refuse it when no real service was provided.

Sources: [1] [3]

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Public holidays in Egypt

Sources

Every line above is backed by at least two of these. Researched 2026-10-05. Customs shift, so treat amounts as a guide.

  1. Wikivoyage: Egypt

  2. Lonely Planet: Tipping in Africa

  3. Lonely Planet: Tipping in Asia

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