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Taiwan

Night markets, bubble tea birthplace, and Asia's friendliest island

Capital

Taipei

Language

Mandarin Chinese, Taiwanese Hokkien

Currency

New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)

Best Time

October–April

Safety

Very Safe (5/5)

Visa Information

Visa-free for US (90 days), UK (90 days), Canada (90 days), Australia (90 days), most EU (90 days).

How to Apply

No visa needed. Present passport at immigration.

Processing Time

Instant.

Cost

Free.

Tips

  • Taiwan is NOT China — separate government, currency, and entry rules.
  • One of the safest and most welcoming places in Asia.
  • Incredible public transport — HSR, metro, buses all excellent.
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Safety & Health

5/5

One of Asia's safest destinations. Crime is extremely rare. Night markets are safe at 2am. Lost items are often returned. Earthquake risk exists.

Common Scams

  • Almost none. Taiwan is remarkably honest.

Health Tips

  • Excellent healthcare — among the world's best and affordable.
  • Typhoon season June–September.

Vaccinations

  • Routine vaccines only. Japanese Encephalitis for rural stays.

Water Safety

Tap water should be boiled. Bottled water widely available.

Travel Warnings

Earthquake risk — Taiwan is seismically active. Typhoons June–September. Otherwise extremely safe.

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Cultural Tips

Do's

  • Explore night markets — Shilin, Raohe, Ningxia.
  • Try bubble tea, beef noodle soup, xiao long bao, and stinky tofu.
  • Visit Taroko Gorge and Sun Moon Lake.

Don'ts

  • Don't confuse Taiwan with China in conversation — Taiwanese have a distinct identity.
  • Don't stick chopsticks in rice.
  • Don't tip — not customary.

Tipping

Do NOT tip. Not part of the culture. Service charge added at upscale restaurants.

Dress Code

Casual. Temples: cover shoulders and knees.

Religion

Buddhist, Taoist, and folk religion. Temples are everywhere and welcoming. Remove shoes when required.

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