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In this video, we'll reveal everything you need to know about tipping in Egypt. Is it really necessary to leave a tip? And if so, how much should you give? Also, what should you do if you encounter someone who demands a large tip for doing little or nothing? In this video, I'll answer these questions, and watch until the end because I'll give you some tips and tricks. THINGS TO KNOW Before revealing when and how much to tip, there are two important things to know: the first is that tipping is part of everyday life in Egypt, and even Egyptians often tip each other. In Egypt, economic inequality is still very prevalent, and many people are poor. For this reason, it's common for the wealthier to leave a tip even for small gestures. For example, it's common to leave a tip for the clerk who helps you fill your grocery bag at the supermarket, or for a parking attendant who cleans the window of your parked car. This gesture represents a very important form of support for the local population and has deep roots in the Islamic religion, which encourages charity and generosity toward the less fortunate. Therefore, you shouldn't feel offended or mocked every time someone seems to signal they want a tip after performing a service, provided it is done in a courteous and kind manner. It is therefore right to tip, and I'll tell you how much now. But first, we need to know who NOT to tip. AVOID SCAMS Especially in tourist areas in Egypt, but not only there, it is common for some people to try to scam tourists by asking for unjustified tips for services they didn't actually request. For example, you might be approached by someone offering to help you cross the street, even if you don't need it. This person might then invite you to a friend's shop, where they try to convince you to buy something, and ultimately ask you for a tip for crossing the street. Remember that you are not obligated to tip for a service you didn't request and don't need. This happens in many tourist areas, such as Rome, and here the only solution is to remain firm and be polite but firm in saying no. If someone tries to convince you to buy something or pay for a service you didn't request, don't hesitate to refuse and clearly explain that you're not interested. If the situation becomes tense or the scammer becomes aggressive, my second recommendation is to contact the police. Don't be afraid to go to the police if you need it. In Sharm el-Sheikh, for example, tourists are treated like royalty, held in the palm of their hands and protected by local authorities. Law enforcement is well present in the city and wants to ensure the safety of tourists, who represent a vital source of the city's economy. Ask for help from those around you, your travel companions, or hotel or restaurant employees. Generally, solidarity among tourists is very strong and will help you overcome any difficulty. HOW MUCH TO TIP We've arrived at the moment you've all been waiting for: how much to tip. First, it's important to distinguish between quick, occasional service and continuous service. In the former case, for example, when someone carries your bag to your room, a tip of one euro is certainly appropriate. If, on the other hand, it's a continuous service, such as the waiter who serves you during dinner at a restaurant or the person who cleans your room every day, you can leave a percentage of the total amount. Personally, when I go to a restaurant, I tip 5 to 10% if I've been served particularly well. For example, if the dinner cost 50 euros, I would leave a tip of 3 to 5 euros. As for room cleaning, I recommend leaving an initial tip at the beginning of your stay to incentivize the person to serve you well from the start, then a small tip midway through your stay, and finally a final tip at the end of your stay. Regarding taxi tips, if you received good service, you can definitely round up the amount. For example, if the fare is 20 euros and the taxi driver provided excellent service, you can round up to 25 euros and leave the 5 euros as a tip. TRICKS: FIRST, CHANGE INTO EGYPTIAN MONEY Regarding tipping in Egypt, there are a few useful tricks. The first is to exchange euros for Egyptian coins. A euro tip is equivalent to approximately 35 Egyptian pounds. Although a euro may seem like a modest amount, exchanging it for 5 Egyptian pound coins will have a different psychological effect.