5 Countries That Tip the Most in 2023

3. Russia

Restaurant tip: 10-15%

Hotel tip: $1-$3

Driver tip: 10%

Average tip rate: 8.17%

Before the 1917 Communist Revolution, tipping was prevalent in Russia for services like waiters, cab drivers, and bellboys. The Soviet era disapproved of tipping as a capitalist slight against the working class, making it offensive until the 1990s. After the fall of the Soviet Union, tipping resurged due to foreign visitors. It’s now a norm, but confusion remains. Tipping etiquette in Russia suggests 10% to 15% of the bill. Tipping customs in Russia involve giving cash directly to waitstaff. In eateries, 10% of the bill is common, averaging 100 RUB for light meals and 300-1500 RUB for dinners. Services like haircuts and massages warrant a 10-15% tip. Tipping is cash-based and direct, reflecting Russian norms.