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Tipping in Vietnam

Optional

Tipping isn't part of Vietnamese culture, but it's appreciated.

Sources: [1] [2] [3]

Restaurants

Optional

Not expected, but appreciated, especially at higher-end places.

Sources: [1] [2] [3]

Taxis

Round up

Not required; round up or let the driver keep the change.

Sources: [1] [3]

Tour guides

Common

Tipping private tour guides is increasingly common.

Sources: [2] [3]

Planning dates? See what's closed.

Public holidays in Vietnam

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: Vietnam

  2. Vietnam National Authority of Tourism

  3. Lonely Planet: Tipping in Asia

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