A tip abroad

5. Tipping in India
Tipping isn’t normally expected outside of restaurants. After a meal, it’s common to tip 5-10%.

Tipping in North and South America
There’s a big north/south divide in the Americas. 
In North America – the USA, Canada and Mexico – you’re expected to tip bartenders, taxi drivers, hotel staff, tour guides and waiters, even if you weren’t especially impressed with their service.
Tipping across South America works similarly to Europe – you only need to tip in restaurant scenarios, and only if it is not already added to the bill and the service has been good. 
1. Tipping in the USA
You tip in almost every transactional situation in the USA. You are expected to tip bartenders, taxi drivers, hotel staff, tour guides, delivery drivers and so on. After ordering a drink, a tip of $1 or $2 is fair. 
Tax law on food and drink differs between states and so it can be confusing when you receive your bill whether the 15-20% service charge is pre- or post-tax. It’s almost always a good idea to leave a little extra in cash. Many service workers in the USA make their salary up through tips, so tipping generously is appreciated. It’s a good idea to always have a supply of small notes. 
2. Tipping in Canada
Tipping in Canada is similar to in the USA, however the overall amount is 10-15%. 
3. Tipping in Mexico
If you see propina added to your bill, this is the service charge. If you haven’t been charged this then it’s polite to leave a little extra.

Tipping in Africa
Tipping in Africa depends on where you’re visiting. Tourist hotspots almost always mean that a tip is expected. However, the further you go from major tourist locations, the less common it will be.
1. Tipping in Kenya
If you’re happy with service at a restaurant then tip 10%. A tip of 50-100 shillings for hotel staff will usually be appreciated.
2. Tipping in South Africa
It’s expected to tip in South Africa. It will normally be 10-15% added to your bill, but if it isn’t this is roughly the amount you should leave.