Taxis · Germany
Do you tip taxi drivers in Germany?
Short answer
Round up, or 5–10%
Round up the fare to a clean number.
Common
Round up to the nearest euro or five, roughly 5–10% on a longer journey. Say the total you want to pay as you hand over the money. Airport surcharges on the meter are official, not tips.
In practice
- A €23.50 fare → pay €25
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Common questions
- How much should you tip taxi drivers in Germany?
- Round up, or 5–10%. Round up the fare to a clean number.
- Can you tip by card in Germany?
- Card is now widely accepted but cash remains common. When paying by card, state the total including the tip before the server enters the amount.
More on tipping in Germany
Tipping taxi drivers elsewhere
Full tipping guide for Germany
Reviewed by Greg Kockott on 3 September 2026.
Figures checked against the sources below on 4 September 2026.
Sources
- Rough Guides, “Germany travel tips for first-timers” (consulted 2026-09-04)
- Lonely Planet, “The Ultimate Guide to Tipping in Europe” (consulted 2026-09-04)