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Tipping in Singapore

Not done

Tipping isn't practised; restaurants and hotels add a 10% service charge.

Sources: [1] [2]

Restaurants

No

Not expected. Prices marked ++ add a 10% service charge plus tax at the end.

Sources: [1] [2]

Taxis

Usually no

Sources differ: drivers don't expect a tip, though Lonely Planet suggests about S$1 is a nice gesture.

Sources: [1] [2]

Hotels

Small tip

Porters may expect a couple of dollars per bag.

Sources: [1] [2]

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Public holidays in Singapore

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: Singapore

  2. Lonely Planet: Tipping in Asia

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