South Korea Tipping Guide
Tipping Culture: Not Expected
South Korea
No tipping. May be refused or cause confusion.
No tipping (may round up for convenience)
Not expected
Not expected
Not expected
No tipping
Not expected (international tours may accept)
- Don't leave money on tables
- Don't insist on tipping - may be considered rude
- Don't tip taxi drivers
- Good service is expected standard in Korean culture
- Tipping can be seen as charity or pity
- High-end hotels catering to foreigners may accept tips
- Service charges included in bills at some venues
- Generally never - not part of Korean culture
Tipping Etiquette in South Korea
Understanding tipping customs in South Korea is essential for respectful travel. The general tipping culture here is not expected, which means tipping is not part of the culture, though it's becoming more common in tourist areas.
Restaurant Tipping
Standard: 0%
Guidelines: No tipping. May be refused or cause confusion.
Taxi Tipping
Standard: No tipping (may round up for convenience)
Hotel Staff Tipping
Bellhop/Porter: Not expected
Housekeeping: Not expected
Concierge: Not expected
Bar Tipping
No tipping
Tour Guide Tipping
Not expected (international tours may accept)
Cultural Context
Good service is expected standard in Korean culture
Tipping can be seen as charity or pity
High-end hotels catering to foreigners may accept tips
Service charges included in bills at some venues
What NOT to Do
- Don't leave money on tables
- Don't insist on tipping - may be considered rude
- Don't tip taxi drivers
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