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Visiting Taiwan

First time in Taiwan? Here is what you will most often need before and after you arrive. May you travel safely and comfortably.

This page is for reference only. If anything differs from official sources, the official sources prevail.

Entry and visas

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and may change. Please check the official source for the latest rules.
You may need to complete the online Taiwan Arrival Card before entering. Please check the official source for the latest rules.
Passport validity and other entry conditions: please verify them with the official source. Please check the official source for the latest rules.
Keep your conference registration, hospitality arrangements and lodging address with you (a printed copy helps) in case immigration asks.

Late February in Taipei is cool and often damp or rainy, typically roughly 13–20°C (55–68°F).
Dress in layers, and bring a jacket and an umbrella.
Indoor venues (MRT, shopping malls, halls) may be air-conditioned; a light extra layer is handy.

The currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD, NT$).
Cash is still widely used at small shops and night markets, so carry some small bills and coins.
Credit cards are generally accepted at hotels and department stores.
Convenience stores have ATMs that can accept international cards; ask your bank about availability and fees.
You can exchange currency at the bank counters at the airport.

From Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), the Taoyuan Airport MRT reaches Taipei Main Station in about 35–50 minutes.
Conference hospitality covers airport transport and lodging only from February 19–22. If you arrive early or leave late, please arrange your own airport transport and lodging.
An EasyCard (悠遊卡) works on the MRT and buses. Buy and top it up at MRT stations and convenience stores.
Taipei Dome is near Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall Station (國父紀念館站) on the MRT Bannan (blue) Line. We recommend taking the MRT and allowing time to walk.

SIM cards and eSIMs are sold at the telecom counters at the airport (check that your phone supports eSIM).
Free Wi-Fi (iTaiwan) is available in many public places.

Emergency numbers: 110 for police; 119 for fire and ambulance.
Tap water should be boiled or filtered before drinking. Bottled water is fine too.
Bring your personal medicines, with prescriptions or generic drug names.
Travel and medical insurance is recommended.

Convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart and others) are everywhere for drinks, snacks and EasyCards.
Signs are mostly in Traditional Chinese. Carry your hotel or host address written in Chinese to show taxi drivers or passers-by.
Keep quiet on the MRT, and do not eat or drink inside the MRT paid area.

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