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Tipping in Venezuela
Customary: 10%. 10% is normal. Cash, and US dollars are widely used.
At restaurants
What is customary: A share of the bill, at any size
Worked example
On a VES20,000.00 bill, 10% is VES2,000.00, so you would hand over VES22,000.00.
Tour guides
On a “free” walking tour, the tip is the fare: about VES5,000.00 per person.
On a paid tour, 10% of the price on top.
Expected on guided tours. Bring dollars in small notes.
The money
Venezuela uses the Venezuelan Bolívar (VES). Today 1 USD is 801.18 VES.
Tipping in other countries
Customs vary by region, by venue and over time. Use your judgement and your eyes.