🇻🇳 Tipping & service charge in Vietnam

Service is usually included — rounding up or leaving small change is common. Restaurants in Vietnam often add a 5% service charge to the bill. VAT of about 8% is added when you pay, on top of the service charge too.

At a glance

Currency: VND
Service charge: 5%
VAT: 8% · added at the till
Tip: round up

Popular ways to pay friends back: MoMo, ZaloPay, VietQR.

Example: dinner for 4

A ₫1,600,000 dinner for 4 comes to ₫1,814,400 with the usual charges — ₫453,600 per person.

Food & drinks	₫1,600,000
Service charge 5%	₫80,000
VAT 8%	₫134,400
Total	₫1,814,400
Each pays (4 people)	₫453,600

Split a bill in Vietnam

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Vietnam?

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

Is there a service charge in Vietnam?

Restaurants in Vietnam often add a 5% service charge to the bill.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Vietnam?

VAT of about 8% 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.