Tipping

Tipping in Indonesia

In Indonesia, the usual move is to check the bill for service charge before rounding up or leaving a small cash tip.

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Indonesia

In Indonesia, the usual move is to check the bill for service charge before rounding up or leaving a small cash tip.

Headline rule

In Indonesia, check the bill for service charge first.

Last reviewed 2026-03-19 · 2 sources

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Each destination gets a quick, scannable tipping rule.

Restaurant

At sit-down restaurants, rounding up or a small cash tip is common.

Cafe

Cafes usually only need a round-up.

Bar

Bars usually only need a small cash tip.

Taxi

Taxis are usually just rounded up.

Hotel

Hotel porters and housekeeping can receive a small cash tip.

Guide

Guides or private drivers more often receive a small cash thank-you.

Porter

Porters usually get a small cash tip.

Delivery

Delivery can be tipped with a small cash amount.

Quick notes

In tourist areas and hotels, small bills and coins are most common.

If the bill already includes a service charge, tip based on the service level.