Should you tip on tax?

It is customary to tip on the pre-tax subtotal, though many people tip on the total for simplicity. Both are acceptable.

How to split a restaurant bill between friends?

Use a bill splitter calculator — enter the total, choose your tip percentage, and divide by the number of people. For unequal splits, assign each person their items separately.

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Global Tipping Guide by Country

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How Much to Tip Around the World

Tipping customs vary significantly by country and culture. In the US, 18–20% is expected. In the Middle East, service charges are often already included. Some countries like Japan consider tipping rude. Use the table below as your guide.

Country / Region	Restaurants	Taxis	Notes
🇺🇸USA	18–20%	15–20%	Expected; service staff rely on tips
🇬🇧UK	10–12.5%	10–15%	Check if service charge already added
🇶🇦Qatar	10–15%	Round up	Often 10% service charge included
🇦🇪Dubai / UAE	10–15%	Round up	Check bill — service charge common
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia	10%	Round up	Not obligatory but appreciated
🇪🇺Europe	5–10%	Round up	Lower than US; not always expected
🇯🇵Japan	0%	0%	Tipping considered rude
🇮🇳India	10%	Round up	Service charge may be included
🇦🇺Australia	10–15%	10%	Optional but appreciated
🇨🇦Canada	15–20%	15%	Similar to US expectations

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How to Use This Tip Calculator

Enter your bill amount, select your tip percentage using the quick-select buttons or type a custom amount, choose the number of people splitting the bill, and hit Calculate. Your results show the tip amount, total bill, and exact amount each person owes — instantly.

For Qatar and UAE diners: always check your bill first — a 10% service charge is often already included. If it is, you do not need to tip again unless you want to reward exceptional service.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much should I tip at a restaurant?

In the US, 18–20% is now considered standard for good service. In the UK, 10–12.5% is typical. In Qatar and the UAE, a 10% service charge is often already added to your bill — check before tipping again. If no service charge is included, 10–15% is appreciated.

How do I calculate a 20% tip quickly in my head?

The easiest method: divide the bill by 5. For a $80 bill, divide by 5 = $16 tip. For 15%: find 10% (move decimal left one place), then add half of that. For a $80 bill: 10% = $8, half = $4, so 15% = $12.

Should you tip on the tax or the pre-tax amount?

Tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is technically the "correct" etiquette, as the server did not provide the tax as a service. However, most people tip on the total bill for simplicity, and either way is acceptable. The difference on a typical restaurant bill is usually less than $2.

How much to tip in Qatar or Dubai?

In Qatar and Dubai, many restaurants automatically add a 10% service charge to your bill. Always check your receipt first. If no service charge is included, leaving 10–15% is appreciated. For taxis, simply rounding up the fare to the nearest whole number is common practice. Hotel staff typically expect QAR 5–10 per service.

Is 15% tip still acceptable in 2025?

Yes, 15% is still acceptable for standard service, especially in smaller towns or casual restaurants. However, 18–20% has become the new norm in major US cities and upscale restaurants. For exceptional service, 20–25% shows real appreciation. Below 10% is generally considered a poor tip.

How to split a restaurant bill unequally between friends?

For unequal splits, each person should pay for what they ordered plus their proportional share of any shared items (appetizers, desserts). Add your share, then calculate tip on your individual subtotal. Our calculator handles equal splits automatically — for unequal splits, calculate each person's portion separately by entering their individual total.

What is a gratuity and how is it different from a tip?

Gratuity and tip mean the same thing — a voluntary extra payment given to service staff to acknowledge good service. In some contexts, "gratuity" refers to an automatic service charge added by the restaurant (e.g. "18% gratuity automatically added for parties of 6 or more"), while a "tip" is always voluntary. Always check your bill to avoid double-tipping.

Free Tip Calculator & Restaurant Bill Splitter

Our free tip calculator helps you calculate the right gratuity for any restaurant bill in seconds. Whether you need a simple tip percentage calculator for a solo dinner or a full bill splitter for a group of friends, this tool handles it all — including splitting bills equally, choosing your tip percentage, and handling different currencies including US dollars, Qatari Riyals, UAE Dirhams, and British Pounds.

The bill split calculator is especially useful for group dining situations where the check needs to be divided fairly. Simply enter your total bill, choose your tip percentage from the quick-select buttons (10%, 12%, 15%, 18%, or 20%), adjust the number of people, and instantly see how much each person owes — including their share of the tip. Our restaurant tip calculator also shows you the pre-tax subtotal so you can tip on the correct amount.

For diners in Qatar, Dubai, and the wider Middle East, we have included a detailed tipping guide covering local customs and whether service charges are typically included. Check our global tipping guide table above for tipping etiquette in over 10 countries and regions.

Last updated: April 2026 · Tip percentages and tipping customs verified for accuracy.