🇸🇬 Tipping & service charge in Singapore

Tipping isn’t customary here. Check if the bill already adds a service charge. Restaurants in Singapore often add a 10% service charge to the bill. GST of about 9% is added when you pay, on top of the service charge too.

At a glance

Currency: SGD
Service charge: 10%
GST: 9% · added at the till
Tip: no tipping

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Example: dinner for 4

A SGD 200 dinner for 4 comes to SGD 239.80 with the usual charges — SGD 59.95 per person.

Food & drinks	SGD 200
Service charge 10%	SGD 20
GST 9%	SGD 19.80
Total	SGD 239.80
Each pays (4 people)	SGD 59.95

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Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Singapore?

Tipping isn’t customary here. Check if the bill already adds a service charge.

Is there a service charge in Singapore?

Restaurants in Singapore often add a 10% service charge to the bill.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Singapore?

GST of about 9% is added when you pay, on top of the service charge too.

Typical values only — rates vary by city, state and restaurant. Always check your receipt.