General Information
Practical Information for Taiwan
Visa Entry
Many nationals are eligible for Visa-Exempt Entry (e.g., US, EU, Japan, Korea). For others, an e-Visa is available. Please consult the Bureau of Consular Affairs.
* Invitation letters for visa applications will be issued upon registration payment.
* Invitation letters for visa applications will be issued upon registration payment.
Getting to Taipei
From Taoyuan Int’l Airport (TPE), the most convenient way is the Airport MRT (Express) to Taipei Main Station (approx. 35 mins).
Taxis and buses are also available 24/7.
Taxis and buses are also available 24/7.
Weather in October
October is autumn in Taipei and is generally pleasant.
• Average Temp: 23°C – 27°C (73°F – 81°F)
• Clothing: Light jacket or cardigan is recommended for air-conditioned venues and cooler evenings.
• Average Temp: 23°C – 27°C (73°F – 81°F)
• Clothing: Light jacket or cardigan is recommended for air-conditioned venues and cooler evenings.
Currency & Payment
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (TWD/NT$).
Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) and Apple Pay are widely accepted in malls and hotels. However, cash is king at night markets and small local eateries.
Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) and Apple Pay are widely accepted in malls and hotels. However, cash is king at night markets and small local eateries.
Electricity
Taiwan uses 110V, 60Hz.
The plug types are Type A (two flat pins) and Type B (with ground pin), identical to the USA and Japan.
The plug types are Type A (two flat pins) and Type B (with ground pin), identical to the USA and Japan.
Language
The official language is Mandarin Chinese.
English is widely spoken in Taipei, especially in hotels, transport systems (MRT is fully bilingual), and tourist areas.
English is widely spoken in Taipei, especially in hotels, transport systems (MRT is fully bilingual), and tourist areas.
Time Zone
Taiwan Standard Time is GMT+8.
There is no daylight saving time adjustment in October.
There is no daylight saving time adjustment in October.
Connectivity & Safety
Sim Cards: Available at airport arrival halls.
Safety: Taipei is considered one of the safest cities in the world.
Emergency No: 110 (Police), 119 (Ambulance).
Safety: Taipei is considered one of the safest cities in the world.
Emergency No: 110 (Police), 119 (Ambulance).