🇹🇭 Tipping & service charge in Thailand

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common. Restaurants in Thailand often add a 10% service charge to the bill. VAT of about 7% is added when you pay, on top of the service charge too.

At a glance

Currency: THB
Service charge: 10%
VAT: 7% · added at the till
Tip: round up

Popular ways to pay friends back: PromptPay, TrueMoney.

Example: dinner for 4

A THB 2,400 dinner for 4 comes to THB 2,824.80 with the usual charges — THB 706.20 per person.

Food & drinks	THB 2,400
Service charge 10%	THB 240
VAT 7%	THB 184.80
Total	THB 2,824.80
Each pays (4 people)	THB 706.20

Split a bill in Thailand

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Thailand?

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common.

Is there a service charge in Thailand?

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

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Thailand?

VAT of about 7% 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.