Good money-handling etiquette in these 3 countries

Etiquettes very from country to country but these three cultures stood out the most to me for having a fairly strict way to exchange money. Maybe you yourself have talked about how rude someone was when they gave you money but if they are from another culture they could have been doing the polite thing.

United States

The States expect money to be transferred from hand to hand and change isn’t normal appreciated unless it is exactly your bill. The tiller does not want to waste time and energy counting and picking up your money. It is best to do the exchange with the least amount of work for the employee. It is disrespectful to place the money onto the counter so try your best not to.

Tips are also a major part of this culture no mater your age. 15% to 20% is typically what is expected.

Korea

In Korea it is similar to the states except that you should place two hands on the money or whatever is being passed (this goes for some other Asian countries as well). Your eyes should be lowered and you should do a sort of bow. However, change is welcomed and is used frequently. When exchanging between friends you should put the money into an envelope.

Tipping isn’t normally done and can be rude for the staff.

Italy

If you have ever bought something in Italy you might have noticed the little trays they layout next to the cash register. It is considered bad etiquette to place money into another hand (although it is still done in some places). It is actually taught to employees to put your changing into the trays provided. Regarding coins, Italians might even ask you to check you pockets or bag for a closer count. Change is very appreciated and completely opposite to the US. You might get some eye rolling if you don’t have it.

Tipping is more based on your age and where you are. Still it is not practiced often.

You should properly evaluate each scenario before making a gesture. Every situation will be different, but it is better to know the rules before breaking them.

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Germany

While there is no set minimum percentage it is still considered extremely rude not to tip in Germany.

England

People in England don't tip nearly as much as in the States. Restaurants often include the tip in the bill itself.