Private drivers · France

Do you tip a private driver in France?

Private drivers on day trips through Provence, the Loire or Champagne are commonly tipped €10–20 at the end of the day. A single pre-booked airport transfer needs nothing, or €5 if the driver helped with bags.

Cash or card?

Card terminals in France almost never prompt for a tip. If you want to leave one, use cash.

Common questions

Do you tip a private driver in France?

€10–20 for a full day, €5 for a transfer. Private drivers on day trips through Provence, the Loire or Champagne are commonly tipped €10–20 at the end of the day. A single pre-booked airport transfer needs nothing, or €5 if the driver helped with bags.

How much should you tip private drivers in France?

€10–20 per day. €10–20 for a full day, €5 for a transfer.

Can you tip by card in France?

Card terminals in France almost never prompt for a tip. If you want to leave one, use cash.

More on tipping in France

• Restaurants
• Cafés
• Bars
• Taxis
• Hotel porters
• Housekeeping
• Tour guides
• Boat & yacht charters
• Ski instructors

Tipping private drivers elsewhere

• Australia
• Austria
• Croatia
• Egypt
• Germany
• Greece