Nantou lies at the heart of Taiwan and is it's only landlocked county. It is known for its rugged natural landscapes and mountains, and includes the highest mountain in East Asia. If you come to Taiwan you should definitely pass through this place and stop by at some of the sights we will mention below.

Cherry Blossom Season:
Cherry Blossoms can be seen in the park from February to late March. Check out our full guide to Cherry Blossom Season in Taiwan here. 

Firefly Season:
Firefly season at Sun Moon Lake is from May to June. Check out our firefly season guide here. 

How to get around Nantou:
As always, we recommend renting a scooter as the best way to see Taiwan. However, you can also a great deal of Miaoli by taking the train to Taichung then switching to inter-city bus, or local bus. Getting around in a car is also a convenient option as there is plenty of parking pretty much everywhere in this less crowded county. 
Scooter Rental: Looking for scooter rental in Nantou? Search Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here. 
Car Rental: If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here. 
By Bus: You can book tickets to travel to Nantou via inter-city bus on Klook here. 
You can book tickets to Taichung via high speed rail (HSR)  on Klook here or KKDay here, or book tickets via the normal train (TRA)  on Klook here, then switch to a bus to Nantou. 
Bicycle Rental: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can search on KKday here and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. 

Tours: 
There are many tours and activities available at Sun Moon Lake such as SUP / standup Paddleboarding, Electric Boating, Canoeing, and Paddle Boarding, Water bike experience, Ebike Rental, and Kayaking
You can find more tours of Nantou on Klook here or KKday here.

Accommodation:
We have stayed at and recommend Jenq Yang Hotspring Hotel (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Trip.com here, or Klook here), a hot spring hotel near the mystical Lushan hot spring, and Maple Leaf Holiday Villa (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Hotels.com here, Expedia.com here, Trip.com here, or Klook here), a lodge with a great view and within walking distance of Cingjing Farm. I also have stayed at and recommend Kirin Villa (you can book on Agoda here or Booking.com here), a mountain resort in Puli near Sun Moon Lake. 
Looking for a hotel? Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here. We recommend booking through Agoda here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation on the islands.

Map:
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Whether you are coming to Taiwan for three days or for three years, it can be hard getting used to a new country, and new culture, and a new way of living. To help you out, we have prepared this guide to help you survive and thrive in this amazing country.
Planning your trip to Taiwan?
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• Basic Taiwan Travel Tips:
• Hotels in Taiwan:
• Tours in Taiwan:
• ​How to get around in Taiwan:
• Basic Living Tips:
  • Q: ​What is the power voltage used in Taiwan?
  • Q: Where is the best place to exchange currency in Taiwan?
  • Q: Do Taiwanese people use credit cards or an electronic wallet?
  • Q: Can I get a SIM card in Taiwan?
  • Q: Is the internet censored in Taiwan?
  • Q: What Apps should I download that are helpful in Taiwan?
  • Q: Do most Taiwanese people speak English?
  • Q: Is Taiwan safe?
  • Q: Do I need to tip in Taiwan?
  • Q: Are there special prices for foreigners in Taiwan?
  • Q: Is it easy to get ripped off as a foreigner in Taiwan?
  • Q: Are Taiwanese people nice to foreigners?
  • Q: What cultural considerations or taboos are there in Taiwan?
  • Q: Is Taiwan a poor third-world country?
  • Q: What system of measurement does Taiwan use?
  • Q: Is Taiwan child/wheelchair friendly?
  • Q: Are there plenty of public restrooms in Taiwan?
  • Q: Are there public water fountains in Taiwan?
  • Q: Are there plenty of trash bins around Taiwan?
  • Q: What is the weather like in Taiwan?
  • Q: What should I wear in Taiwan?
    • Winter:
    • Spring:
    • Summer:
    • Fall:
  • Q: Is Taiwan part of China?
  • Q: Is Taiwan a free country?
  • Q: Does Taiwan have good medical care?
  • Q: What is the ultimate survival outpost in Taiwan?
• Transportation:
  • Q: What side of the road does Taiwan drive on?
  • Q: What is the best way to get around Taiwan?
  • Q: What public transportation options are there in Taiwan?
  •  Q: What is the best way to get around by yourself in Taiwan?
  • Q: What are other forms of transportation in Taiwan?
  • Q: How expensive are taxis in Taiwan?
  •  Q: Where can I rent a scooter or car?
  • ​Q: Do I need an international license to rent a car or scooter?
  • Q: How much does it cost to rent a scooter or car in Taiwan?
• ​Tourist Attractions:
  • Q: What are the top tourist attractions around Taipei?
    • 1-day tour:
    • 3-day tour:
  • Q: What are the top tourist attractions in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is the best tour company for foreigners in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is the best site to book hotels in Taiwan?
• ​​Food and Restaurants:
  • Q: What kind of food do Taiwanese people eat?
  • Q: What is the typical price of a meal in Taiwan?
  • Q: Where can I buy groceries in Taiwan?
  • Q: What foreign restaurant chains are there in Taiwan?
  • ​Q: What are the best restaurant Guides for Taipei?
• ​Living in Taiwan long-term:
  • Q: Do I need to know Chinese to live in Taiwan?
  • Q: How do I find work in Taiwan?
  • Q: How hard is it to get a visa in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is the work culture like in Taiwan?
  • Q: How is healthcare in Taiwan?
  • Q: How do I find an apartment to rent in Taiwan?
  • Q: Can foreigners buy property or real estate in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is it like to buy a house in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is it like to study or attend university in Taiwan?
  • Q: What is banking like in Taiwan?
  • Q: How do I start a business in Taiwan?
  • Q: Can I get married in Taiwan?
  • Q: What are Taiwanese schools like?
  • Q: How much are Taiwan's taxes?
• ​Attractions in Taiwan:
• Activities in Taiwan:

 
 Basic Taiwan Travel Tips:

• There is no need to tip in Taiwan. It is not part of the culture here.
• Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar, and many transactions, such as for street food, still require cash. For more information, check out our guide to the New Taiwan Dollar here. 
• Get yourself a SIM card or portable WiFi, such as from Klook here, so you can stay connected and don’t get lost in the city.
• If you are from a country that does not have a 90-day visa-free program with Taiwan, consider getting your visa sorted with Ivisa.com. You can also check out our immigration FAQ here. 
• Get travel insurance in case of unforeseen events. You can compare prices on Insubuy here. 
• The electrical voltage is 110V.
• Get yourself an Easy Card, so you can travel easily on the MRT, Train, HSR, Youbike, and even shop at convenience stores. You can also book a Taiwan travel pass on Klook here. 
• For more travel tips, check out our foreigner survival guide here.

Hotels in Taiwan:Looking for a hotel? We recommend booking through Agoda.com here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation in Taiwan.
Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here.
Tours in Taiwan:There are many tour itineraries that you can enjoy in Taipei that will take you to multiple destinations and arrange transportation. For more information, you can check out Tripadvisor here, KKday here, or Klook here, which are both great tour websites that can connect you with the right tour and tour guide for you. 
Here are some of the most popular tours of Taiwan on TripAdvisor:

1. Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei
2. The 10 Tastings of Taipei With Locals: Private Street Food Tour
3. Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup
4. Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour
5. Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei
6. Half-Day Muslim Friendly Tour in Taipei City
7. Private Taipei Tour for Families

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How to get around in Taiwan:Taiwan’s transportation system is convenient and safe. There are many options you can consider to get around in Taipei, below:
By Train: It gets you to the city center of all major cities in Taiwan. It is about 800NT to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung. Roughly half the price of the HSR. Book tickets via the normal train (TRA)  on Klook here.
By HSR: (High-Speed Rail) – Gets you quickly from north to south. Besides Taipei and Kaohsiung, most of the stations are far from city centers. It costs about 1500NT to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung. You can book tickets to the high-speed rail (HSR)  on Klook here or KKDay here.  
By MRT: (Mass Rapid Transit, Metro train, subway) – Easily gets you around Taipei and Kaohsiung. You can purchase a discount EasyCard to use on the MRT from Klook here or KKday here. ​You can also book an MRT travel pass on Klook here. 
By Bus: Buses can be tricky. Long-range buses such as Ubus and King Bus are easier to understand and cheaper than the local train. They can take you to the city center of every city throughout Taiwan and to remote tourist destinations such as Sun Moon Lake. A long-range bus from Taipei to Kaohsiung is about 500 NT. You can also book tickets to travel to Shifen via inter-city bus on Klook here. You can also book a Taipei Sightseeing: Hop On, Hop Off Open Top Bus on TripAdvisor here. 
By Taxi: You can take short rides for about 150 NT, or hire a Taxi for a day for around 150 USD.
By Car: If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, or  KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here.  
By Scooter: Looking for scooter rental in Taipei? You can search on Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here. ​
By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan’s landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan’s many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a Sunset Riverside Bike Ride and Historical Tour, 4 Hour Cycling in Taipei, Ultimate 8-Hour Cycling City Tour, or Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience on TripAdvisor here. 
For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. ​

Taiwan has over 300 species of butterflies, including over 50 endemic butterfly species. There are also annual butterfly migrations for many species on the island. With so many butterflies everywhere, butterflying (butterfly spotting) has become a major pastime for people on the island.

In this blog, we will provide a basic overview of butterfly watching in Taiwan, what to expect, and a full list of butterfly species in Taiwan.
Planning your trip to Taiwan?
​
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents
Table of Contents

• Basic Taiwan Butterfly Spotting Tips
• When are the major Butterfly Migrations in Taiwan?
• Where are the best places to spot butterflies in Taiwan?
• My Experience Spotting Butterflies in Taiwan
  • List of Butterflies that I have personally spotted
• Full List of Taiwan Butterflies:
  • Angled Castor 波蛺蝶 (bō jiá dié) Ariadne ariadne pallidior
  • Angled Flat 尖翅星弄蝶 (jiān chì xīng nòng dié) Celaenorrhinus pulomaya formosanus
  • Angled Red Forester 曲紋黛眼蝶 (qǔ wén dài yǎn dié) Lethe chandica ratnacri
  • Asian wood satyr 古眼蝶 (gǔ yǎn dié) Palaeonympha opalina macrophthalmia
  • Australian Lurcher 黃帶隱蛺蝶 (huáng dài yǐn jiá dié) Yoma sabina podium tsukada
  • Bamboo Treebrown 長紋黛眼蝶 (cháng wén dài yǎn dié) Zophoessa europa pavida
  • Banana Skipper 蕉弄蝶 (jiāo nòng dié) Erionota torus
  • Banded Awl 圓翅絨弄蝶 (yuán chì róng nòng dié) Hasora taminatus vairacana
  • Bevan's Swift 假禾弄蝶 (jiǎ hé nòng dié) Parnara bevani
  • Blacktip Swordtail 黑尾劍鳳蝶 (hēi wěi jiàn fèng dié) Graphium mullah chungianus
  • Blue Admiral 琉璃蛺蝶 (liú lí jiá dié) Kaniska canace drilon
  • Blue Pansy 青眼蛺蝶 (qīng yǎn jiá dié) Junonia orithya orithya
  • Blue Tiger 淡紋青斑蝶 (dàn wén qīng bān dié) Tirumala limniace limniace
  • Blue-branded king crow 圓翅紫斑蝶 (yuán chì zǐ bān dié) Euploea eunice hobsoni
  • Bremer's Labyrinth 巴氏蔭眼蝶 (bā shì yìn yǎn dié) Neope bremeri taiwana
  • Broad Banded Sailor 眉紋環蛺蝶 (méi wén huán jiá dié) Neptis sankara shirakaiana
  • Broadwing Jezebel 條斑粉蝶 (tiáo bān fěn dié) Delias lativa formosana
  • Brown Awl 長翅弄蝶 (cháng chì nòng dié) Budamia exclamationis
  • Buddhist Darter 菩提赭弄蝶 (pú tí zhě nòng dié) Ochlodes bouddha yuchingkinus
  • Bush Hopper 小黃星弄蝶 (xiǎo huáng xīng nòng dié) Ampittia dioscorides
  • Butler's Treebrown 巴氏黛眼蝶 (bā shì dài yǎn dié) Lethe butleri periscelis
  • Ceylon Blue Glassy Tiger 旖斑蝶 (yǐ bān dié) Ideopsis similis
  • Chequered Flat 白弄蝶 (bái nòng dié) Abraximorpha davidii ermasis
  • Chestnut Tiger 大絹紋斑蝶 (dà juàn wén bān dié) Parantica sita niphonica
  • China Flat 玉帶白裙弄蝶 (yù dài bái qún nòng dié) Tagiades tethys moori
  • China Nawab 小雙尾蛺蝶 (xiǎo shuāng wěi jiá dié) Polyura narcaeda meghaduta
  • Chinese Bushbrown 稻眉眼蝶 (dào méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis gotana nanda
  • Chinese Dart 黃斑弄蝶 (huáng bān nòng dié) Potanthus confucius angustatus
  • Chinese Labyrinth 白斑蔭眼蝶 (bái bān yìn yǎn dié) Neope armandii lacticolora
  • Chinese Peacock 翠鳳蝶 (cuì fèng dié) Papilio bianor thrasymedes
  • Chinese Sergent 幻紫帶蛺蝶 (huàn zǐ dài jiá dié) Athyma fortuna kodahirai
  • Chinese Windmill 麝鳳蝶 (shè fèng dié) Byasa confusus mansonensis
  • Chinese Yellow Swallowtail 柑橘鳳蝶 (gān jú fèng dié) Papilio machaon
  • Chocolate Albatross 異色尖粉蝶 (yì sè jiān fěn dié) Appias lyncia eleonora
  • Chocolate Pansy 黯眼蛺蝶 (àn yǎn jiá dié) Junonia iphita iphita
  • Christoph's Treebrown 柯氏黛眼蝶 (kē shì dài yǎn dié) Lethe christophi hanako
  • Colon Swift 台灣暗弄蝶 (tái wān àn nòng dié) Caltoris ranrunna
  • Comma 突尾鉤蛺蝶 (tū wěi gōu jiá dié) Polygonia c-album asakurai nakahara
  • Common Albatross 尖粉蝶 (jiān fěn dié) Appias albina semperi
  • Common Awl 鐵色絨弄蝶 (tiě sè róng nòng dié) Hasora badra badra
  • Common Bluebottle 青鳳蝶 (qīng fèng dié) Graphium sarpedon connectens
  • Common Bushbrown 曲斑眉眼蝶 (qǔ bān méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis perseus blasius
  • Common Duffer 方環蝶 (fāng huán dié) Discophora sondaica tulliana
  • Common Evening Brown 暮樣蝶 (mù yàng dié) Melanitis leda leda
  • Common Five-ring 小波眼蝶 (xiǎo bō yǎn dié) Ypthima baldus zodina
  • Common Glider / Common Hill Sailor 小環蛺蝶 (xiǎo huán jiá dié) Neptis sappho formosana
  • Common Grass Yellow 黃蝶 (huáng dié) Eurema hecabe hecabe
  • Common Gull 黑脈粉蝶 (hēi mài fěn dié) Cepora nerissa cibyra
  • Common Indian crow 幻紫斑蝶 (huàn zǐ bān dié) Euploea core amymone
  • Common Jay 木蘭青鳳蝶 (mù lán qīng fèng dié) Graphium doson postianus
  • Common Jester 花豹盛蛺蝶 (huā bào shèng jiá dié) Symbrenthia hypselis scatinia
  • Taiwan Common Jester 散紋盛蛺蝶 (sàn wén shèng jiá dié) Symbrenthia lilaea formosanus
  • Common Lascar 金環蛺蝶 (jīn huán jiá dié) Pantoporia hordonia rihodona
  • Common Leapard 紅擬豹斑蝶 (hóng nǐ bào bān dié) Phalanta phalanta phalanta
  • Common Mapwing 網絲蛺蝶 (wǎng sī jiá dié) Cyretis thyodamas formosana
  • Common Mime 大斑鳳蝶 (dà bān fèng dié) Papilio clytia
  • Common Mormon 玉帶鳳蝶 (yù dài fèng dié) Papilio polytes polytes
  • Common Palmfly 藍紋鋸眼蝶 (lán wén jù yǎn dié) Elymnias hypermnestra hainana
  • Common Raven 無尾白紋鳳蝶 (wú wěi bái wén fèng dié) Papilio castor formosanus
  • Common Rose 紅珠鳳蝶 (hóng zhū fèng dié) Pachliopta aristolochiae inerpositus
  • Common Sailor 豆環蛺蝶 (dòu huán jiá dié) Neptis hylas luculenta
  • Common Sergent 玄珠帶蛺蝶 (xuán zhū dài jiá dié) Athyma perius perius
  • Common Straight Swift 稻弄蝶 (dào nòng dié) Parnara guttata
  • Common Tiger 虎斑蝶 (hǔ bān dié) Danaus genutia
  • Common Treebrown 波紋黛眼蝶 (bō wén dài yǎn dié) Lethe rohria daemoniaca
  • Common Windmill 多姿麝鳳蝶 (duō zī shè fèng dié) Byasa polyeuctes termessus
  • Conjoined Swift 巨褐弄蝶 (jù hè nòng dié) Pelopidas conjuncta
  • Conjuncta Five-ring 白漪眼蝶 (bái yī yǎn dié) Ypthima conjuncta yamanakai
  • Constable 流星蛺蝶 (liú xīng jiá dié) Dichorragia nesimachus formosanus
  • Contiguous Swift 黃紋孔弄蝶 (huáng wén kǒng nòng dié) Polytremis lubricans kuyaniana
  • Danaid Egg-fly 雌擬幻蛺蝶 (cí nǐ huàn jiá dié) Hypolimnas misippus misippus
  • Danaus 斑蝶屬 (bān dié shǔ) Type of species
  • Dark Blue Tiger 小淡紋青斑蝶 (xiǎo dàn wén qīng bān dié) Tirumala septentrionis
  • Dark Evening Brown 森林暮樣蝶 (sēn lín mù yàng dié) Melanitis phedima polishana
  • Dark Jezebel 黃裙艷粉蝶 (huáng qún yàn fěn dié) Delias berinda wilemani
  • Dark Palm Dart 寬邊橙斑弄蝶 (kuān biān chéng bān nòng dié) Telicota ohara formosana
  • Dark-brand Bushbrown 小眉眼蝶 (xiǎo méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis mineus mineus
  • Double-branded Blue Crow 雙標紫斑蝶 (shuāng biāo zǐ bān dié) Euploea sylvester swinhoei
  • Dwarf Crow 小紫斑蝶 (xiǎo zǐ bān dié) Euploea tulliolus koxinga
  • Eastern Courtier 燦蛺蝶 (càn jiá dié) Sephisa chandra androdamas
  • Eastern Orange Clouded Yellow 紋黃蝶 (wén huáng dié) Colias erate formosana
  • Empress 大紫蛺蝶 (dà zǐ jiá dié) Sasakia charonda formosana
  • Esaki's Three-ring 江崎波眼蝶 (jiāng qí bō yǎn dié) Ypthima esakii
  • Europlea 紫斑蝶 (zǐ bān dié) type
  • Evan's Snow Flat 白裙弄蝶 (bái qún nòng dié) Tagiades cohaerens
  • Extra-spot Swift 變紋暗弄蝶 (biàn wén àn nòng dié) Caltoris bromus yanuca
  • False Long-streak Sailor 鑲紋環蛺蝶 (xiāng wén huán jiá dié) Neptis philyroides sonani
  • Fine-banded Three-ring 密紋波眼蝶 (mì wén bō yǎn dié) Ypthima multistriata
  • Five-dot Sergent 殘眉線蛺蝶 (cán méi xiàn jiá dié) Limenitis sulpitia tricula
  • Forest Glider 深山環蛺蝶 (shēn shān huán jiá dié) Neptis sylvana esakii
  • Formosan Courtier 台灣燦蛺蝶 (tái wān càn jiá dié) Sephisa daimio
  • Formosan Dart 淡黃斑弄蝶 (dàn huáng bān nòng dié) Potanthus pava
  • Formosan Duke 台灣翠蛺蝶 (tái wān cuì jiá dié) Euthalia formosana
  • Formosan Emporer 金鎧蛺蝶 (jīn kǎi jiá dié) Chitoria chrysolora
  • Formosan Five-ring 寶島眼蝶 (bǎo dǎo yǎn dié) Ypthima formosana
  • Formosan Flat 台灣瑟弄蝶 (tái wān sè nòng dié) Seseria formosana
  • Formosan Glider 無邊環蛺蝶 (wú biān huán jiá dié) Neptis reducta
  • Formosan Kaiser 台灣斑眼蝶 (tái wān bān yǎn dié) Penthema formosanum
  • Formosan Large White Flat 台灣颯弄蝶 (tái wān sà nòng dié) Satarupa formosibia
  • Formosan Lilacfork 玉山幽眼蝶 (yù shān yōu yǎn dié) Zophoessa niitakana
  • Formosan Orange Brimstone 圓翅鈎粉蝶 (yuán chì gōu fěn dié) Gonepterx amintha formosana
  • Formosan Sailor 蓬萊環蛺蝶 (péng lái huán jiá dié) Neptis taiwana
  • Formosan Swift 禾弄蝶 (hé nòng dié) Parnara cinnara
  • Formosan Treebrown 台灣黛眼蝶 (tái wān dài yǎn dié) Lethe mataja
  • Fruhstorfer's Flat 小星弄蝶 (xiǎo xīng nòng dié) Celaenorrhinus ratna
  • Fulvous Pied Flat 黃襟弄蝶 (huáng jīn nòng dié) Pseudocoladenia dan sadakoe
  • Gamma Ace 昏列弄蝶 (hūn liè nòng dié) Halpe gamma
  • Glassy Bluebottle 寬帶青鳳蝶 (kuān dài qīng fèng dié) Graphium cloanthus kuge
  • Glassy Tiger 絹紋斑蝶 (juàn wén bān dié) Parantica aglea maghaba
  • Golden Birdwing 黃裳鳳蝶 (huáng cháng fèng dié) Troides aeacus kaguya
  • Golden-C Comma 突尾鉤蛺蝶 (tū wěi gōu jiá dié) c-album polygonia c-aurem lunulata
  • Grass Demon 薑弄蝶 (jiāng nòng dié) Udaspes folus
  • Great Black-veined White 流星絹粉蝶 (liú xīng juàn fěn dié) Aporia agathon moltrechti
  • Great Crow 大紫斑蝶 (dà zǐ bān dié) Euploea phaenareta juvia
  • Great Egg-fly 幻蛺蝶 (huàn jiá dié) Hypolimnas bolina kezia
  • Great Four-ring 巨波眼蝶 (jù bō yǎn dié) Ypthima praenubila kanonis
  • Great Mormon 大鳳蝶 (dà fèng dié) Papilio memmon heronus
  • Great Nawab 雙尾蛺蝶 (shuāng wěi jiá dié) Polyura eudamippus formosana
  • Great Orange Tip 橙端粉蝶 (chéng duān fěn dié) Hebomoia glaucippe formosana
  • Green Island Siam Tree Nymph 大白斑蝶屬 (dà bái bān dié shǔ) Idea leuconoe kwashotoensis
  • Greenish Palm Dart 竹橙斑弄蝶 (zhú chéng bān nòng dié) Telicota bambusae horisha
  • Grey Pansy 波紋眼蛺蝶 (bō wén yǎn jiá dié) Junonia atlites atlites
  • Helisone's Sailor 蓮花環蛺蝶 (lián huā huán jiá dié) Neptis hesione podarces
  • Hill Peacock 穹翠鳳蝶 (qióng cuì fèng dié) Papilio dialis tatsuta
  • Himalayan Sergent 流帶蛺蝶 (liú dài jiá dié) Athyma opalina hirayamai
  • Hoppo Peacock 雙環翠鳳蝶 (shuāng huán cuì fèng dié) Papilio hopponis
  • Idea 白斑蝶屬 (bái bān dié shǔ) Type
  • Ideopsis 旖斑蝶 (yǐ bān dié) Type
  • Ilos's Sailor 寄環蛺蝶 (jì huán jiá dié) Neptis ilos nirei
  • Indian Awlking 綠弄蝶 (lǜ nòng dié) Chaopes benjaminii formosanus
  • Indian Cabbage White 緣點白粉蝶 (yuán diǎn bái fěn dié) Pieris canidia
  • Indian Fritillary 斐胥、黑端豹紋蝶、端黑豹斑蝶 (fěi xū, hēi duān bào wén dié, duān hēi bào bān dié) Argyreus hyperbius
  • Indian Palm Bob 黑星弄蝶 (hēi xīng nòng dié) Suastus gremius
  • Indian Red Admiral 紅蛺蝶 (hóng jiá dié) Vanessa indica indica
  • Island Snow Flat 熱帶白裙弄蝶 (rè dài bái qún nòng dié) Tagiades trebellius martinus
  • Kiraizan Swift 奇萊禪弄蝶 (qí lái chán nòng dié) Zinaida kiraizana
  • Korosawa's Flat 黑澤星弄蝶 (hēi zé xīng nòng dié) Celaenorrhinus korosawai
  • Kosempo Duke 甲仙翠蛺蝶 (jiǎ xiān cuì jiá dié) Euthalia kosempona
  • Lanyu Peacock 翠鳳蝶蘭嶼亞種 (cuì fèng dié lán yǔ yà zhǒng) Papilio bianor kotoensis
  • Large Black-veined White 截脈絹粉蝶 (jié mài juàn fěn dié) Aporia gigantica cheni
  • Large Branded Swift 中華褐弄蝶 (zhōng huá hè nòng dié) Pelopidas sinensis
  • Large Faun 串珠環蝶 (chuàn zhū huán dié) Faunis eumeus eumeus
  • Large Formosan Dart 蓬萊黃斑弄蝶 (péng lái huáng bān nòng dié) Potanthus diffusus
  • Large Spotted Flat 大流星弄蝶 (dà liú xīng nòng dié) Celaenorrhinus maculosus taiwanus
  • Lemon Emigrant 遷粉蝶 (qiān fěn dié) Catopsilia pomona
  • Lemon Pansy 鱗紋眼蛺蝶 (lín wén yǎn jiá dié) Junonia lemonias aenaria
  • Lesser Albatross 黃尖粉蝶 (huáng jiān fěn dié) Appias paulina minato
  • Lesser Awl 南風絨弄蝶 (nán fēng róng nòng dié) Hasora mixta limatus
  • Lesser Gull 淡褐脈粉蝶 (dàn hè mài fěn dié) Cepora nadina eunama
  • Lesser Mime 黃星斑鳳蝶 (huáng xīng bān fèng dié) Papilio epycides melanoleucus
  • Libtheya 喙蝶屬 (huì dié shǔ)
  • Lilacine Bushbrown 眉眼蝶 (méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis francisca formasana
  • Lime Butterfly 花鳳蝶 (huā fèng dié) Papilio demoleus
  • Little Branded Swift 尖翅褐弄蝶 (jiān chì hè nòng dié) Pelopidas agana
  • Long-streak Sailor 槭環蛺蝶 (qià huán jiá dié) Neptis philyra splendens
  • Maga Bush Ace 黃點弄蝶 (huáng diǎn nòng dié) Onryza maga takeuchii
  • Majasra Large White Flat 小紋颯弄蝶 (xiǎo wén sà nòng dié) Satarupa majasra
  • Malapa Duke 馬拉巴翠蛺蝶 (mǎ lā bā cuì jiá dié) Euthalia malapana
  • Malayan Egg-fly 瑞紫幻蛺蝶 (ruì zǐ huàn jiá dié) Hypolimnas anomala anomala
  • Mandarin Grass Yellow 北黃蝶 (běi huáng dié) Eurema mandarina mandarina
  • Marbled Flat 雙帶弄蝶 (shuāng dài nòng dié) Labocla bifasciata kodairai
  • Megallan Birdwing 珠光裳鳳蝶 (zhū guāng cháng fèng dié) Troides magellanus sonani
  • Mo Tzu's Dart 墨子黃斑弄蝶 (mò zǐ huáng bān nòng dié) Potanthus motzui
  • Monarch 帝王斑蝶 (dì wáng bān dié) Danaus plexippus
  • Mottled Emigrant 細波遷粉蝶 (xì bō qiān fěn dié) Catopsilia pythranthe
  • Muirheadi's Labyrinth 褐翅蔭眼蝶 (hè chì yìn yǎn dié) Neope muirheadi nagasawae
  • Naga White 飛龍白粉蝶 (fēi lóng bái fěn dié) Talbotia naganum karumii
  • Nagasawa's Dryad 永澤蛇眼蝶 (yǒng zé shé yǎn dié) Minois nagasawae
  • Narrow-banded Duke 窄帶翠蛺蝶 (zhǎi dài cuì jiá dié) Euthalia insulae
  • Noyala's Sailor 流紋環蛺蝶 (liú wén huán jiá dié) Neptis noyola ikedai
  • Okura's Five-ring 大藏眼蝶 (dà cáng yǎn dié) Ypthima okurai
  • One-spot Grass Yellow 淡色黃蝶 (dàn sè huáng dié) Eurema andersoni godana
  • Orange Awlet 橙翅傘弄蝶 (chéng chì sǎn nòng dié) Burara jaina formosana
  • Orange Emigrant 黃裙遷粉蝶 (huáng qún qiān fěn dié) Catopsilia scylla cornelia
  • Orange Freak 絹蛺蝶 (juàn jiá dié) Calinaga buddha formosana
  • Orange Gull 黃裙脈粉蝶 (huáng qún mài fěn dié) Cepora iudith olga
  • Orange Oakleaf 古葉蝶 (gǔ yè dié) Kallima inachus formosana
  • Orange Staff Sergent 雙色帶蛺蝶 (shuāng sè dài jiá dié) Athyma cama zoroastes
  • Oriental Beak 東方喙蝶 (dōng fāng huì dié) Libtythea leptia formosana
  • Oriental Straight Swift 小稻弄蝶 (xiǎo dào nòng dié) Parnara bada
  • Painted Bushbrown 淺色眉眼蝶 (qiǎn sè méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis sangaica mara
  • Painted Jezebel 白艷粉蝶 (bái yàn fěn dié) Delias pasithoe curasena
  • Painted Lady 小紅蛺蝶 (xiǎo hóng jiá dié) Vanessa cardui cardui
  • Pale Palm Dart 熱帶橙斑弄蝶 (rè dài chéng bān nòng dié) Telicota colon hayashikeii
  • Paris Peacock 琉璃翠鳳蝶 (liú lí cuì fèng dié) Papilio paris nakaharai
  • Peacock Pansy 眼蛺蝶 (yǎn jiá dié) Junonia almana almana
  • Pink-spotted Windmill 長尾麝鳳蝶 (cháng wěi shè fèng dié) Byasa impediens febanus
  • Plain Albatross 雲紋尖粉蝶 (yún wén jiān fěn dié) Appias indra aristoxemus
  • Plain Tiger 金斑蝶 (jīn bān dié) Danaus chrysippus
  • Plessen's Emporer 普氏白蛺蝶 (pǔ shì bái jiá dié) Helcyra plesseni
  • Pryer's Glider 黑星環蛺蝶 (hēi xīng huán jiá dié) Neptis pryeri jucundita
  • Psyche 鐵粉蝶 (tiě fěn dié) Leptosia nina niobe
  • Puli Flat 埔里星弄蝶 (pǔ lǐ xīng nòng dié) Celaenorrhinus horishanus
  • Red Baron 紅玉翠蛺蝶 (hóng yù cuì jiá dié) Euthalia irrubescens fulguralis
  • Red Helen 白紋鳳蝶 (bái wén fèng dié) Papilio helenus fortunius
  • Red Ring Skirt 紅斑脈蛺蝶 (hóng bān mài jiá dié) Hestina assimilis formosana
  • Red-base Jezebel 艷粉蝶 (yàn fěn dié) Delias pasithoe curasena
  • Restricted Demon 袖弄蝶 (xiù nòng dié) Notocrypta curvifascia
  • Rustic 黃襟蛺蝶 (huáng jīn jiá dié) Cupha erymanthis erymanthis
  • Scalloped Grass Yellow 島嶼黃蝶 (dǎo yǔ huáng dié) Eurema alitha esakii
  • Scarce Lilacfork 大幽眼蝶 (dà yōu yǎn dié) Zophoessa dura neoclides
  • Scarce Woodbrown 圓翅幽眼蝶 (yuán chì yōu yǎn dié) Zophoessa siderea kanoi
  • Scrub Hopper 弧弄蝶 (hú nòng dié) Aeromachus inachus formosana
  • Sergent-Major 瑙蛺蝶 (nǎo jiá dié) Abrota ganga formosana
  • Shepherd's Fritillary 珀豹蛺蝶 (pò bào jiá dié) Boloria pales yangi
  • Shiny Spotted Bob 白斑弄蝶 (bái bān nòng dié) Isotein lamprospilus formosanus
  • Siam Tree Nymph 大白斑蝶 (dà bái bān dié) Idea leuconoe clara
  • Sikkim Sergent 寬帶蛺蝶 (kuān dài jiá dié) Athyma jina sauteri
  • Silver-washed Fritillary 綠斑豹蝶 (lǜ bān bào dié) Argynnis paphia formosicola matsumura
  • Similar Awlking 褐翅綠弄蝶 (hè chì lǜ nòng dié) Chaopes xanthopogon chrysopterus
  • Sixbar Swordtail 劍鳳蝶 (jiàn fèng dié) Graphium eurous asakurae
  • Slate Awl 無尾絨弄蝶 (wú wěi róng nòng dié) Hasora anora taiwana
  • Small Branded Swift 褐弄蝶 (hè nòng dié) Pelopidas mathias
  • Small Cabbage White 白粉蝶 (bái fěn dié) Pieris rapae crucivora
  • Small Grass Yellow 星黃蝶 (xīng huáng dié) Eurema brigitta hainana
  • Small Three-ring 罕波眼蝶 (hǎn bō yǎn dié) Ypthima borma posticalis
  • South China Bushbrown 切翅眉眼蝶 (qiē chì méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis francisca formasana
  • Southern Black-veined White 白絹粉蝶 (bái juàn fěn dié) Aporia genestieri insularis
  • Spangle 黑鳳蝶 (hēi fèng dié) Papilio protenor protenor
  • Spotless Grass Yellow 角翅黃蝶 (jiǎo chì huáng dié) Eurema laeta punctissima
  • Spotted Bush Hopper 黃星弄蝶 (huáng xīng nòng dié) Ampittia virgata myakei
  • Spotted Demon 連紋袖弄蝶 (lián wén xiù nòng dié) Notocrypta feisthamelii arisana
  • Spotted Sawteeth 鋸粉蝶 (jù fěn dié) Prioneris thestylis formosana
  • Staff Sergent 異紋帶蛺蝶 (yì wén dài jiá dié) Athyma selenophora laela
  • Step-banded Forester 深山黛眼蝶 (shēn shān dài yǎn dié) Lethe insana formosana
  • Straight-branded Treebrown 玉帶黛眼蝶 (yù dài dài yǎn dié) Lethe verma cintamani
  • Striated Albatross 鑲邊尖粉蝶 (xiāng biān jiān fěn dié) Appias olferna peducaea
  • Striped Blue Crow 異紋紫斑蝶 (yì wén zǐ bān dié) Euploea mulciber barsine
  • Studded Sergent 白圈帶蛺蝶 (bái quān dài jiá dié) Athyma asura baelia
  • Sullied Brown Glider 細帶環蛺蝶 (xì dài huán jiá dié) Neptis nata lutatia
  • Sullied Glider / Cream-spotted Sailor 短線環蛺蝶 (duǎn xiàn huán jiá dié) Neptis soma tayalina
  • Superb Emporer 白蛺蝶 (bái jiá dié) Helcyra superba takamukui
  • Swinhoe's Tiger 斯氏絹斑蝶 (sī shì juàn bān dié) Parantica swinhoei
  • Tailed Jay 翠斑青鳳蝶 (cuì bān qīng fèng dié) Graphium agamemnon agamemnon
  • Taiwan Ace 台灣脈弄蝶 (tái wān mài nòng dié) Praethoressa horishana
  • Taiwan Brimstone 台灣鈎粉蝶 (tái wān gōu fěn dié) Gonepterx taiwana
  • Taiwan Broad-tailed Swallowtail 台灣寬尾鳳蝶 (tái wān kuān wěi fèng dié) Papilio maraho
  • Taiwan Darter 台灣赭弄蝶 (tái wān zhě nòng dié) Ochlodes niitakanus
  • Taiwan Five-ring 狹翅波眼蝶 (xiá chì bō yǎn dié) Ypthima augustipennis
  • Taiwan Peacock 台灣琉璃翠鳳蝶 (tái wān liú lí cuì fèng dié) Papilio hermosanus
  • Taiwan Redbreast 台灣鳳蝶 (tái wān fèng dié) Papilio thaiwanus
  • Taiwan Scrub Hopper 萬大弧弄蝶 (wàn dà hú nòng dié) Aeromachus bandaishanus
  • Taiwan Spotted Pied Flat 台灣窗弄蝶 (tái wān chuāng nòng dié) Coladenia pinsbukana
  • Taiwan Spotted Pied Flat 台灣窗弄蝶 (tái wān chuāng nòng dié) Coladenia pinsbukana
  • Tappan Four-ring 達邦波眼蝶 (dá bāng bō yǎn dié) Ypthima tappana
  • Tawny Emporer 武鎧蛺蝶 (wǔ kǎi jiá dié) Chitoria ulupi arakii
  • Tawny Mime 斑鳳蝶 (bān fèng dié) Papilio agestor matsumurae
  • Three-spot Grass Yellow 亮色黃蝶 (liàng sè huáng dié) Eurema blanda arsakia
  • Tirumala 青斑蝶屬 (qīng bān dié shǔ)
  • Tytler's Treebrown 孿斑黛眼蝶 (luán bān dài yǎn dié) Lethe gemina zaitha
  • Veined Labyrinth 黃斑蔭眼蝶 (huáng bān yìn yǎn dié) Neope pulaha didia
  • Vietnamese Junglequeen 箭環蝶 (jiàn huán dié) Stichophthalma howqua formosana
  • Wang's Three-ring 王氏波眼蝶 (wáng shì bō yǎn dié) Ypthima wangi
  • Wenlung's Three-ring 文龍波眼蝶 (wén lóng bō yǎn dié) Ypthima wenlungi
  • White Commodore 紫俳蛺蝶 (zǐ pái jiá dié) Parasarpa dudu jinamitra
  • White-banded Awl 尖翅絨弄蝶 (jiān chì róng nòng dié) Hasora chromus chromus
  • White-banded Leopard Cat 白帶豹紋蝶 (bái dài bào wén dié) Timelaea albescens formosana
  • White-banded Three-ring 白帶波眼蝶 (bái dài bō yǎn dié) Ypthima akragas
  • Wood-Mason's Bushbrown 罕眉眼蝶 (hǎn méi yǎn dié) Mycalesis suavolens kagina
  • Yellow Coster 苧麻珍蝶 (zhù má zhēn dié) Acrea issoria formosana
  • Yellow Helen 大白紋鳳蝶 (dà bái wén fèng dié) Papilio nephelus chaonulus
  • Yellow-legged Tortoise Shell Nymphalis 緋蛺蝶 (fēi jiá dié) Xanthomelas formosana
  • Yellow Orange Tip 異粉蝶 (yì fěn dié) Ixias pyrene insignis
  • Yellow Swallowtail 黃鳳蝶 (huáng fèng dié) Papilio machaon
  • Yellow-spotted Swift 碎紋弄蝶 (suì wén nòng dié) Zenonoida eltola tappana
  • Zina Swift 碎紋弄蝶 (suì wén nòng dié) Zinaida zina asahinai

Exploring Taiwan requires more than just public transportation; renting a vehicle or scooter offers unique access to scenic rural sights. Spring and autumn are ideal for visits. Rental options include gas scooters, electric scooters, and cars, with varying prices and requirements. Familiarity with local traffic laws is essential for safety. Most of all, many of the scenic and rural sights of Taiwan can’t be experienced except by hiring your own vehicle.
Planning your trip to Taiwan?
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Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• Basic Taiwan Travel Tips:
• Flights to Taiwan:
• Hotels in Taiwan:
• Tours in Taiwan:
  • ​How do I travel in Taiwan?
  •  Does my Country's passport have a visa-free entry into Taiwan?
  •  Which countries are visa-free for Taiwanese nationals?
  • If my country's passport does not have visa-free entry into Taiwan, what should I do?
  • How much is a Taiwan Visa?
  • How much is a Taiwanese Visa in the Philippines?
  •  How much for a flight to Taiwan?
  •  Which airport should I use in Taiwan?
  • How do I get to Taiwan's Outer Islands?
  •  Why is Taiwan the heart of Asia?
  • How do I get to the airport from Taipei?
  • How much for a Taiwan trip?
  • Does Taiwan have Uber?
  •  What side of the road does Taiwan drive on?
  •  What plug/power does Taiwan use?/What kind of adapter do I need for Taiwan?/What kind of plug do I need in Taiwan?
  • What time does the Taiwan MRT close?/ When does the Taiwan MRT close?
  •  How do I rent a car in Taiwan?
  • How do I get a local Taiwanese license?
  • How do I rent a scooter in Taiwan?
  • How do I rent a bicycle in Taiwan? 
  • How do I use a Youbike in Taiwan?
  •  Where is Taiwan on a map?
  • ​Where is New Taipei City?
  • Where is Yilan in Taiwan?
  • Where is Taipei in Taiwan?/Where is Taipei on a Map?
  • Where is Alishan in Taiwan?
  • Where is Jiufen in Taiwan?
  • Where is Hualien in Taiwan?
  • Where is Kenting in Taiwan?
  • Attractions in Taiwan:
  • Activities in Taiwan:

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Having your own internet as you travel in Taiwan is essential for a great trip. Whether it is for map navigation, searching blogs, or communicating with friends and family, having a SIM card, eSIM, or portable Wi-Fi solution should definitely be part of your Taiwan travel plan. In this guide, we will compare the best eSIM providers and provide a deeper look into Taiwan’s mobile internet services.
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Planning your trip to Taiwan?
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

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• How can I get mobile internet while travelling in Taiwan?
  • eSIM
    • Pros:
    • Cons:
  • Traditional Physical SIM card
    • Pros
    • Cons
  • Portable Wi-fi
    • Pros
    • Cons
• What are the best eSIM providers in Taiwan?
  • Klook
  • KKday
  • Airalo
  • Agoda:
  • Yes SIM
  • Sim Local
  • Trip.com
  • Nomad
  • Holafly
• What are the major mobile carriers in Taiwan (that offer physical SIM cards)?
  • Chunghwa Telecom 中華電信
  • Taiwan Mobile 台灣大哥大
  • Far-East Tone 遠傳
  • ibon Moble 統一超商電信
  • LINE MOBILE
• Which international carriers have roaming service in Taiwan?
• Which mobile internet solution would you recommend?
  • Short Term Travel (less than a week)
  • Longer Term Travel (a few weeks to a few months)
  • Long-term Travel (more than six months)​

Whether you are coming to Taiwan for three days or for three years, it can be hard getting used to a new country, and new culture, and a new way of living. To help you out, we have prepared this guide to help you survive and thrive in this amazing country.

Booking a hotel in Taiwan can be difficult and frustrating, especially if you are unfamiliar with the landscape and do not have any previous booking experience. In this blog, we will give you a basic overview of the hotel atmosphere in Taiwan as well as provide you with some basic tips to find the best hotel for you.

Disclaimer: The following FAQ is only based on our opinion after years of booking accommodation in Taiwan, and should not be considered an absolute fact.
Planning your trip to Taiwan?
​
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• What are the basic accommodations of hotels/hostels in Taiwan?
• What is the best website for hotel booking in Taiwan?
• What are the best websites for hotel booking in Taiwan?
  • 1. Agoda
  • 2. Booking.com
  • 3. Trip.com
  • 4. Expedia
  • 5. Hotels.com
  • 6. Klook
  • 7. KKday
  • 8. Kayak
  • 9. Trivago
  • 10. AirBnb
• What are your recommendations for hotels in Taiwan?
  • Taipei 台北:
    • Central Taipei:
    • The Northern Coast:
    • Beitou:
    • Wulai:
  • Yilan 宜蘭:
  • Hualien 花蓮:
  • Taitung 台東:
  • Kenting 墾丁 / Pingtung 屏東:
  • Kaohsiung 高雄:
  • Tainan 臺南:
  • Chiayi 嘉義
  • Yunlin 雲林
  • Changhua 彰化
  • ​Nantou 南投
  • Taichung 臺中
  • Miaoli 苗栗
  • ​Hsinchu 新竹
  • Taoyuan 桃園
  • Keelung 基隆
  • Xiaoliuqiu Island 小琉球
  • ​Green Island 綠島
  • Orchid Island 蘭嶼:
  • Penghu 澎湖
  • Matsu 馬祖
  • Kinmen 金門
• Other Frequential Asked Questions (FAQ):
  • What is the average price of a hotel in Taiwan?
• What is the average price range for a standard double hotel room in Taiwan?
  • What is the average price of a backpacker's hostel in Taiwan?
  • What is AirBnB like in Taiwan?
  • Can I leave my luggage at a hotel in Taiwan?
  • What is the difference between staying at a hotel vs. hostel/B&B in Taiwan?
  • What is free breakfast like in Taiwan?
  • What is the best hotel in Taiwan?
  • Are there motels in Taiwan? What are motels like in Taiwan?
  • What is the best hostel in Taiwan?
  • What are the best historical/cultural hotel experiences in Taiwan?
  • What plug/power does Taiwan use?/What kind of adapter do I need for Taiwan?/What kind of plug do I need in Taiwan?
  •  What is the best hotel in…[city]? (what hotel to stay in..which hotel to stay in…)
  • Which are the best cheap hotels in Taiwan?
  • Lists of the best hotels in Taiwan:
  • When is the best time to book hotels in Taiwan? When are the best hotel deals Taiwan?
  • What are the best hotel deals Taiwan?
  • When is the best day to book hotels in Taiwan/ When is the best day of the week to book hotels in Taiwan?
  • How far in advance is the best time to book a hotel?
  • Can I go camping in Taiwan?

As of January 2025, Taiwan rolled out a new “Digital Nomad Visa, (數位遊牧停留簽證)” which allows foreign nationals from visa-exempt countries to stay in Taiwan up to six months. Other requirements, such as an annual salary of at least USD 20,000-40,000 and a bank balance of at least USD 10,000, are also required. The visa does not include Taiwan National Health Insurance, Taiwan labor insurance, Taiwan Pension, or a Taiwan work permit. Even so, this visa is a powerful incentive for remote-working foreigners to visit Taiwan, which will hopefully encourage them to stay long-term.

Note: This guide is for reference only. The ultimate authority on what documents are required and whether or not your application will be accepted is the immigration bureau. Some of the information in the blog may be inaccurate for your specific situation. For clarifications, please call the foreigner hotline directly (toll-free): 0800-024-111. This information for this blog was taken from the BOCA website.
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Table of Contents

• My Personal Opinion Regarding the Digital Nomad Visa:
• Basic Requirements to Qualify for a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa
• FAQ (frequently asked questions)
  • Q: How do I apply for the Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa?
  • Q: What is the list of nationalities that can apply for the Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa?
  • Q: What is the visa fee?
  • Q: Does the Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa include multiple entries?
  • Q: Does this visa count toward Permanent Residency (APRC) requirements?
  • Q: Can I sponsor my family members on a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa?
  • Q: Does a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa exempt me from Taiwan income tax?
  • Q: How many years of remote work experience do I need for a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa?
  • Q: How long does it take for the government to approve a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa?
  • Q: What is the difference between a Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa and a Taiwan Employment Gold Card?
  • Q: What are taxes like in Taiwan? What are the personal income tax rates in Taiwan?
  • Q: How do I apply for permanent residency in Taiwan (APRC)?
  • Q: What is the general immigration process like in Taiwan?
  • Q: Can I apply for an extension before my Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa expires?
  • Q: Can I apply for a new Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa right after my Taiwan Digital Nomad Visa expires?
  • Q: If I have specific questions about my Taiwan Digital Nomad application, who should I ask?

Throughout the year, Taiwan is full of festivals and holidays. There are three major festivals and many National Holidays when people are off from school and work; there are also many smaller religious festivals and events throughout the year. In 2025, four additional public holidays were added to the calendar. At times, it may be confusing to keep track of when Taiwan’s public holidays or banking holidays are held. In this guide, we will provide a month-by-month breakdown of public holidays in Taiwan.
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Planning your trip to Taiwan?
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: All Year because there are festivals going on all the time!
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• Taiwan Public Holidays By Month of the Year
  • January
  • February
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • September
  • October
  • December
• Summary of Taiwan National Holidays (With the Day off from work and/or school):
  • New Year's Day 中華民國開國紀念日 / 元旦
  • Lunar New Year or Spring Festival 農曆新年/過年
  • 228 Peace Memorial Day 228和平紀念日
  • Children's Day 兒童節
  • Tomb Sweeping Day 淸明節
  • Labor Day 勞動節
  • Dragon Boat Festival 端午節
  • Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋節
  • Teachers' Day / Confucius' Birthday 孔子誕辰紀念日
  • ROC National Day / Double Ten Day 國慶日 / 雙十節
  • Taiwan Retrocession Day 臺灣光復節 / Battle of Guningtou Memorial 古寧頭戰場紀念日
  • Constitution Day 行憲紀念日 (xíng xiàn jì niàn rì)
• 2025 Taiwan Public Holiday Calendar:
• Other Traditional Festivals (that do not include a day off):

With two thirds of the island covered in mountains, Taiwan has some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. One of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of Taiwan is via camping. Below is a very basic level FAQ on camping in Taiwan for foreigners that have never experienced it. ​

Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with any camp ground or camping products in Taiwan. The following FAQ is only based on our opinion after years of camping in Taiwan, and should not be considered absolute fact. If in doubt, make sure you check with the local police station or other government office to make sure you are following local regulations while camping in Taiwan. 

How do I book a campsite in Taiwan?
Please be sure to check out camping options in Taiwan on Klook here or KKday here. 

Riding a bicycle around Taiwan may be the best way to enjoy the island.  Taiwan is known as the bicycle kingdom not just because it is one of the top manufacturers of bicycles in the world, but also because the Island of Taiwan has many amazing world-class roads waiting for cyclists to discover such as hundreds of kilometers of coastline, mountains above 3000 meters, and the world's deepest marble gorge. If you are a fan of cycling, you definitely need to check out this amazing island. 

​Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can search on KKday here.

Looking for a bike tour of Taiwn? Search KKday here to search for options. ​

Throughout the year, Taiwan is full of festivals and holidays. Besides the three major festivals and National Holidays when people are off from school and work, there are also many smaller religious festivals and events throughout the year. In this guide, we will provide a month-by-month breakdown of the major festivals and holidays in Taiwan.
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🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🌊
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: All Year because there are festivals going on all the time!
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• Taiwan Festivals By Month of the Year
  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December
• Summary of Taiwan National Holidays (With the Day off from work and/or school):
  • New Year's Day 中華民國開國紀念日 / 元旦
  • Lunar New Year or Spring Festival 農曆新年/過年
  • 228 Peace Memorial Day 228和平紀念日
  • Children's Day 兒童節
  • Tomb Sweeping Day 淸明節
  • Labor Day 勞動節
  • Dragon Boat Festival 端午節
  • Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋節
  • ROC National Day / Double Ten Day 國慶日 / 雙十節
• Other Traditional Festivals (that do not include a day off):
  • Lantern Festival 元宵節
  • Ghost Festival / Ghost Month 中元節/普渡/鬼月
  • Tourism Day 觀光節
  • Earth God's Birthday 土地公誕辰
  • Guan Yin's Birthday 觀音誕辰
  • God of Medicine's Birthday 保生大帝誕辰
  • Matsu's Birthday 媽祖誕辰
  • Buddha's Birthday 佛誕日
  • Guan Yu's Birthday 關公誕辰
  • City God's Birthday 城隍爺誕辰
  • Qixi Festival / Chinese Valentine's Day 七夕
  • Double Ninth Festival / Senior Citizen's Day 重陽節
  • Saisiat paSta'ay Festival 矮靈祭
• Other Seasonal Festival Activities and Events:
  • Yilan International Children's Folklore & Folkgames Festival
  • Taiwan International Balloon Festival
  • Fulong Sand Art Festival 福隆國際沙雕藝術季
  • Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival
  • Yanshui Beehive Fireworks (Tainan) 鹽水蜂炮
  • Taitung Bombing Lord Handan 玄武堂慶元宵炮炸寒單爺
  • Miaoli Bombing Dragon Festival 苗栗火旁龍之夜
  • Yilan Lizejian "Zao-Wang" －"Wife Carrying" Festival 宜蘭利澤簡走尪
  • Taichung Dajia Mazu Festival 大甲媽祖
  • Kaohsiung Neimen Song Jiang Battle Ritual 高雄內門宋江陣
  • Penghu International Fireworks Festival 澎湖花火節
  • Hot Spring Season 溫泉季節
  • Hot Pot Season 火鍋季
  • Maolin Butterfly Season 茂林蝴蝶季節
  • Flower Festivals 花海:
  • Cherry Blossom Season 櫻花季:
  • Mang Grass Season 芒草季
  • Taiwan Mango Season 台灣芒果季
  • Taiwan Beach Season 台灣沙灘季
• Other Aboriginal/Indigenous Festivals
  • Flying Fish Festival of the Yami (Tao) tribe 飛魚祭
  • Mayasvi Ceremony of the Tsou tribe 阿里山鄒族達邦社傳統戰祭
  • The Ear-shooting Festival of the Bunun Tribe 布農射耳祭
  • Harvest Festival of the Amis tribe 阿美族豐年祭
  • New Year Ritual of the Puyuma Tribe 卑南族年祭
• Other Sports Festivals 運動比賽
  • Dapeng Bay Marine Festival 大鵬灣帆船生活節
  • Taiwan Open of Surfing 臺灣國際衝浪公開賽
  • Taipei Marathon 台北馬拉松
    • Other Marathons in Taiwan:
• Other Unnoficial Holidays 其他節日
  • Farmer's Day 農民節
  • Valentine's Day 情人節
  • Arbor Day / Sun Yat-sen Memorial Day 植樹節/國父逝世紀念日
  • White Day 白色情人節
  • Youth Day / Martyrs' Memorial Day 青年節/革命先烈紀念日
  • Literary Day 文藝節
  • Easter 復活節
  • Mother's Day 母親節
  • Opium Suppression Movement Day / Anti-Smoking Day 禁菸節
  • Tiananmen Square Massacre Memorials 六四事件紀念活動
  • Indigenous Peoples' Day 原住民族日
  • Father's Day 父親節
  • 823 Artillery Battle Memorial Day 823砲戰紀念日
  • Journalist' Day 記者節
  • Armed Forces Day 軍人節
  • Teachers' Day / Confucious' Birthday 孔子誕辰紀念日
  • Overseas Chinese Day 華僑節
  • Taiwan Retrocession Day 臺灣光復節
  • Halloween 萬聖節
  • Chinese Cultural Renaissance Day / Sun Yat-sen's Birthday 國父誕辰紀念日 / 中華文化復興運動
  • Winter Solstice / Dongzhi Festival 冬至
  • Constitution Day 行憲紀念日 (xíng xiàn jì niàn rì)
  • Christmas 聖誕節
• Maps:
  • Taiwan Lantern Festival Locations:
  • Taiwan Dragon Boat Racing Locations:

Tomb Sweeping Day is an important holiday in Taiwan when Taiwanese people can visit their ancestor’s graves, worship, pay respect, and clean tombs. In this blog, we will explain the history of the holiday, its significance, and how it is practiced now in modern Taiwan.
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🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🌊
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• When is Tomb Sweeping Day in Taiwan?
• The Origins and Significance of Tomb Sweeping Day:
• History of Tomb Sweeping Day in Taiwan
• What are Funeral Rituals like in Taiwan?
• What do people do on Tomb Sweeping Day in Taiwan?
  • Traveling to the Tombs
  • Worship of the Earth God
  • Eating Cold Foods
  • Prepare Offerings to Ancestors
  • Sweeping Tombs, Clearing Bushes, and Cutting Grass
  • Traveling, shopping, Visiting Family, etc.
• My Experience as a Foreigner During Tomb Sweeping Day in Taiwan:
• Tips For Travelling During the Tomb Sweeping Holiday in Taiwan:

The Lantern Festival in Taiwan is an exciting time when many cities and counties in Taiwan put on colorful displays of lanterns for visitors to enjoy. There are usually lanterns in all the big cities including Taipei, Hsinchu, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. In this guide, we will share how Taiwan celebrates the Lantern Festival and how you can get involved.
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🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🌊
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• When is Lantern Festival in Taiwan?
• When and Where are 2025 Lantern Festival Events in Taiwan?
  • Taiwan International Lantern Festival 台灣燈會
  • Pingxi Lantern Festival (New Taipei) 平溪天燈節
  • Taipei Lantern Festival 台北燈節
  • New Taipei Lantern Festival 新北燈會
  • Miaoli Bombing Dragon Festival 苗栗火旁龍之夜
  • Taichung Lantern Festival 中臺灣元宵燈會
  • Jiji Lantern Festival (Nantou) 集集燈會
  • Yunlin Douliu Lantern Festival 雲林縣斗六蛇年燈會
  • Yanshui Beehive Fireworks (Tainan) 鹽水蜂炮
  • Tainan Tucheng Zhengtong Luermen Shengmu Temple Fireworks 台南土城 正統鹿耳門聖母廟 高空花火嘉年華
  • Yuejin Lantern Festival (Tainan) 月津港燈節
  • Tainan Fucheng Puji Lantern Festival 台南府城普濟燈會
  • Kaohsiung Wonderland 高雄冬日遊樂園
  • Fengshan Light Festival (Kaohsiung) 鳳山光之季
  • Pingtung Lantern Festival 屏東燈節
  • Hualien Pacific Ocean Lantern Festival 花蓮太平洋燈會
  • Taitung Lantern Festival 臺東好神愛在元宵嘉年華
  • Taitung Bombing Lord Handan 玄武堂慶元宵炮炸寒單爺
  • Yilan Lizejian "Zao-Wang" －"Wife Carrying" Festival 宜蘭利澤簡走尪
• Map:
• History of Lantern Festival in Taiwan
• Our Lantern Festival Experience in Taiwan:
  • Pingxi Lantern Festival 平溪天燈節
  • Taipei Lantern Festival 台北燈節
  • New Taipei Lantern Festival 新北燈會
  • Yanshui Beehive Fireworks (Tainan) 鹽水蜂炮
  • Taitung Bombing Lord Handan 玄武堂慶元宵炮炸寒單爺
  • Other local displays (Nangang)
• Enjoy Some Rice Ball Soup (Tangyuan 湯圓 / Yuanxiao 元宵)

Lunar New Year (also known as Spring Festival or Chinese New Year) is the biggest holiday in Taiwan. It is like Christmas in the West and is a time of family togetherness and welcoming a new year. In this blog, we will let you know the customs and culture during the Lunar New Year in Taiwan and how to celebrate.
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🏯 Planning your trip to Taiwan? 🌊
Here are some top travel tips for you:

• Best time to visit: Spring and Autumn when it is not too hot or cold and less rainy
• How to get there: Plane tickets via Trip.com
• Best places to stay can be found on Agoda
• Book tours and activities in Taiwan on Klook
• Stay connected with a local SIM
• Rent a car to explore distant sights

Table of Contents

• When is the Lunar New Year in Taiwan?
• What do Animals in the Chinese Zodiac Mean?
• History of Lunar New Year in Taiwan
• Traditions During the Lunar Festival Day by Day:
  • Day 1: Little New Year (小年, Xiǎo nián) / Spring Cleaning (大掃除 dà sǎo chú)
  • Day 2: New Year's Eve (除夕, Chúxī): Go to husband's parent's house for dinner
  • Day 3: New Year's Day (初一, Chū yī): Stay at husband's house
  • Day 4: Son-in-Law Day (初四, Chū sì) Spend time with the wife's family
  • Day 5: Separation Day (初五, Chū wǔ) Avoiding Social Visits
  • Start Work (開工 Kāi gōng)
  • Other Traditions During Lunar New Year Day by Day:
• What is there to do During the Lunar New Year in Taiwan?
  • Wear Red Clothes
  • Give Red Envelopes to Children and Elders
    • How much money should I put in my red envelope for relatives or friends?
    • Where can I get the 20 NT coin, and 200 NT or 2000 NT bills?
  • Eat Fish, Dumplings, and Sticky Rice at New Year's Eve Dinner
  • Hang Couplets
  • Light Fireworks
  • Worship Ancestors
  • Visit Temples
  • Play Mahjong and other games
  • Go on outings
  • Send Endless LINE Photos or Stickers
• My Experience as a Foreigner During the Lunar New Year in Taiwan:
• Tips for Traveling During Chinese New Year in Taiwan

​When is the Lunar New Year in Taiwan?

Taiwan has one of the strongest economies in the world, with a high purchasing power parity per capita and GDP PPP. Although the average wage in Taiwan is low, prices are also lower, meaning purchasing power is on par with developed countries. In this guide, we will answer basic questions about Taiwan's economy. 

Foreword: Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of questions. This is meant to only give a basic overview of Taiwan's economy to those who have not yet been there.

Is Taiwan a developed Country?
Yes, with a GDP PPP (Purchasing Power Parity) nearly equivalent to that of Australia, it has one of the highest living standards in Asia. Also, it has one the best quality of life for expats in the world according an article by InterNations.
 
Is Taiwan safe?
Yes, Taiwan is one of the safest countries in the world according to Prescavve, due to low crime and high economic freedom and devolopment.
 
What currency does Taiwan use?
New Taiwan Dollar.
 
Who is on Taiwan money/dollar bills? Who is on the New Taiwan Dollar? What does Taiwan money look like? What does the Taiwan dollar look like?
1 NT:
Chiang Kai-shek
5NT:
Chiang Kai-shek
10 NT:
Older Chiang Kai-shek
50 NT:
Sun Yatsen
100 NT:
Front: Sun Yatsen
Back: Chung-Shan Building
500 NT:
Front: Youth baseball
Back: Formosan sika deer and Dabajian Mountain         
1000 NT:
Front: Elementary Education
Back: Mikado pheasant and Yushan (Jade Mountain)

1 NT: Chiang Kai-shek

5NT: Chiang Kai-shek

10 NT: Older Chiang Kai-shek/ Newer Sun-Yatsen

50 NT: Sun Yatsen

100 NT Front: Sun Yatsen

100 NT Back: Chung-Shan Building

500 NT Front: Youth baseball

500 NT Back: Formosan Sika deer and Dabajian Mountain         

1000 NT Front: Elementary Education

1000 NT Back: Mikado pheasant and Yushan (Jade Mountain)

How much is the Taiwan dollar worth?
Check this now. As of jan 3rd 2018 it is worth 29 US dollars.
 
Why is it called the New Taiwan Dollar?
This is because during Japanese rule, Taiwan used Taiwan Yen. After WW2, Taiwan was given back to China, and the government of China changed the currency to Taiwan dollars. But, during the Chinese civil war, the Taiwan dollar experienced hyper inflation, and so was later replaced by the New Taiwan Dollar. 
 
What type of economy does Taiwan have?
Taiwan is an advanced liberal economy, and the 7th largest economy in Asia. It is a member of the WTO, ADP, and APEC, and an observer of the OECD.
 
When does the Taiwan stock market open?
The Taiwan stock market is open on weekdays (M-F) from 9:00 am to 1:30pm Taipei time.
 
What is made in Taiwan?
98% of Taiwan exports are industrial goods. Electronics are the most important part of Taiwan’s economy. Taiwan is the largest supplier of computer chips. Semiconductors, LCD panels, computer memory, as well as boats, hardware, scooters, and agricultural products are also made in Taiwan.
 
What are the biggest companies in Taiwan?
Foxconn, TSMC and Pegatron, Quanta Computer, and Cathay Life Insurance are the biggest companies in Taiwan. Other companies include Acer, Asus, and HTC.
 
Which bank should I use in Taiwan?
Most banks will let foreigners set up an account. Some handy accounts to have when shopping are with Cathay Pacific, which has the Costco credit card, CTCB which is PX Mart, and Yushan Bank which is alligned with Carrefour.
 
How do I open a Taiwan bank account?
Typically you can walk in to any bank, and open an account if you bring your passport and/or ARC. If you do not have an ARC, then you will need to apply for a Taiwan uniform ID number at the immigration office first.
If you are from a list of countries that is high risk because of money laundering it may be harder to open an account. 
Also, if you are American you will have to sign a W9 or similar form because of FACTA. 

How much is food in Taiwan?/ How much is food in Taipei?/ How much does Taiwan food cost?
Check here. An average cheap meal in Taipei is 80-160 NT.
In the south it may be 10-20 NT cheaper.
 
Why live in Taiwan?
Taiwan is one of the best countries in the world with one of the best qualities of life. Taiwan boasts delicious food, great weather year round, amazing tourist sites, friendly people, cheap cost of living, and economic opportunity.

How much does it cost to live in Taipei?
Average rent is 17,220.13 NT for a one room apartment, but can range from 10,000-25,000NT. Food is 80-160 NT for a cheap meal in Taipei.
 
How much does it cost to live in Taichung?
The average rent for a one room bedroom in Taichung is 9,444 NT, but can range from 7,000 NT to 14,000 NT.
 
How much does it cost to live in Kaohsiung?
Rent is 8,375.00 NT on average for for a one room apartment, but can range from 6,000 NT to 12,000 NT. 
 
How does Taiwan make money? Where does Taiwanese wealth come from?
Taiwan makes most of its money by exporting electronics. Electronics are the most important part of Taiwan’s economy. Taiwan is the world’s largest supplier of computer chips. Also, over 70% of Taiwan’s GDP comes from the service industry.
 
How does Taiwan increase its crops?
Irrigation systems and dams, modern machinery, pesticides, and GMOs.
 
What does Taiwan import?
Taiwanimports a huge variety of items. The top ten imports in 2016 were as follows:

1. Electrical machinery, equipment: US$58.4 billion (25.3% of total imports)
2. Machinery including computers: $33.6 billion (14.5%)
3. Mineral fuels including oil: $31.9 billion (13.8%)
4. Optical, technical, medical apparatus: $10.3 billion (4.4%)
5. Organic chemicals: $7.4 billion (3.2%)
6. Vehicles: $7.3 billion (3.2%)
7. Plastics, plastic articles: $6.5 billion (2.8%)
8. Iron, steel: $6.4 billion (2.8%)
9. Other chemical goods: $6 billion (2.6%)
10. Copper: $4.3 billion (1.9%)

 
What does Taiwan export?
The top ten exports in 2016 were as follows:

1. Electrical machinery, equipment: US$124.1 billion (44.3% of total exports)
2. Machinery including computers: $30.2 billion (10.8%)
3. Plastics, plastic articles: $17.6 billion (6.3%)
4. Optical, technical, medical apparatus: $14.8 billion (5.3%)
5. Mineral fuels including oil: $9.8 billion (3.5%)
6. Vehicles: $9.3 billion (3.3%)
7. Organic chemicals: $7.8 billion (2.8%)
8. Iron, steel: $7.7 billion (2.8%)
9. Articles of iron or steel: $6.7 billion (2.4%)
10. Copper: $3.5 billion (1.2%)

 
From where does Taiwan import oil?
Taiwan imports nearly 99% of its oil from the Middle East and Persian Gulf countries.
 
Where does Taiwan import from?
Taiwan’s biggest imports come from China/HK, Japan, the US, Europe, and ASEAN countries.
 
Where does Taiwan get its water?
From reservoirs and rivers that originate mostly in Taiwan’s mountains. 
 
How much money does Taiwan have?
The average net worth of a Taiwanese household in 2015 was NT 11 million, roughly 370,000 USD.
Taiwan also has 447.21 billion in foreign exchange reserves.
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Have any more questions about Taiwan's Economy? Please leave them in the comments below, and we might just add them to the list!
Please like, follow, and share to help everyone know that Taiwan is a friendly and inviting place for foreigners to do business!

​​Foreword: Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of questions. This is meant to only give a basic overview of Taiwan's schooling landscape to those who have never been there. 

Are there foreign schools for my children in Taiwan?
Yes, there are a number of American and European schools in Taiwan. Please click here for a full list: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_international_schools_in_Taiwan

What is Preschool like for kids in Taiwan?
Check out ourPreschool guide here.

Is Taiwan Safe?
Yes, Taiwan is one of the safest countries in the world according to Prescavve, due to low crime and high economic freedom and devolopment.
 
How to study in Taiwan? How do you Study in Taiwan?
There are many coffee shops, book stores, and libraries with free internet. Here is a map of working café’s made by Alexander Synaptic:

Preface: This blog has taken me countless hours over a few years to compile, so if you want to share the information or photos in this blog, please provide a link and proper citation back to this web page. 

The New Taiwan Dollar is the national currency of Taiwan (ROC), and it includes five main bills and five main coins that are currently in circulation. It is one of the sure signs that Taiwan is a free and independent nation.

Have you ever wondered what the meaning or significance of the designs on these bills? Well in this blog we will explore these in depth.

Taiwan is a safe, inexpensive, and convenient place to give birth. Taiwan has a world class healthcare system, capable doctors, and top of the line medical facilities. If you are hesitant about whether or not you want to give birth in Taiwan, let me tell you now that there is nothing to worry about, and having a baby in Taiwan will be fine. I have created this brief guide here for you so that you can understand a little more about what it is like to give birth in Taiwan.
 
Forward: Please note that I am writing this blog and FAQ section from the perspective of an American father, married to a Taiwan National, covered by Taiwan's National Health Insurance. I have recently gone through the birth of two children in Taiwan, born in 2017 and 2020. One was born in a private local clinic and the other was born in a public city hospital. 

This blog will begin with my experience, and at the end there is a frequently asked question (FAQ) section.

Taiwan's Alien Digital Citizen Certificate is a useful tool to authenticate your identity on the internet, so that you can take care of many government related tasks related to your personal data online. With this certificate you can pay taxes, check your health records, check your pension accounts, receive invoice lottery winnings, check your credit history, and much more. 

The main reason I applied for my Digital Citizen Certificate was to check my pension account. There is pretty much no other way to access your Taiwan pension information except with this card. Similarly, when you need to share information efficiently, you can generate a QR code to provide quick access to online data, documents, or websites. This makes it much easier for people to scan and retrieve details without having to go through complicated steps or processes.  
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Buying a house in Taiwan can be confusing and stressful. It is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. To even consider buying a house in Taiwan, you have probably lived here for years, so many of the things I will mention in this blog may not be new to you.

​I have spent quite a few years looking for houses and saving money for a down payment, as well as figuring out all the costs and other factors involved in purchasing the right house. Also, I recently just bought a house in Taipei in 2021. I have created this guide and FAQ to help people understand the buying process, finding the right house, and saving the right amount of money needed to make a move.

For our blog covering our actual experience buying a house, see this blog here.
For our blog covering our actual experience renovating a house, see this blog here. 

The following is my personal insight as an American looking for houses mainly near Taipei City. 

Buying a scooter as a foreigner in Taiwan can be a confusing and stressful experience. If you do not live near the MRT in Taipei, chances are that you have thought about at least buying a scooter. Taiwan is a place that should be explored not just with public transportation, but by scooter. If you only take public transportation everywhere you go, you are missing out on a huge part of Taiwan. To make you buying experience smoother, we have created this guide to let you know what to expect and answer any questions.

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Here is an easy checklist for buying a car or scooter in Taiwan:
Before buying the scooter:

• Get an ARC
• Get a local driver's license
• Test drive the scooter to see if there are any issues

Buying the scooter:

• Go to the local DMV (監理所) and transfer the owner
• Undergo vehicle check for scooters over ten years old
• Pay fuel tax and license plate tax if applicable (燃料稅, 牌照稅), see the tables below.
• Buy compulsory insurance (强制險)
• Buy extra third party liability insurance and/or driver's injury insurance (第三方責任險及駕駛傷害險)
• Activate the ETC account for heavy motorcycles (electronic highway toll system)

After buying the scooter:

• Complete annual emissions test (驗車)
• Change oil regularly (換機油)
• Repair regularly (定期保養)
• Renew insurance annually

Life in Taiwan as a foreigner is amazing. Taiwan is one of the best places in the world for foreigners to live. Life is convenient, there is a high standard of living, and the people are friendly. Here we will dive into the detailed aspects of living in Taiwan. ​

In an effort to treat foreign residents equally, Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior responded to complaints of foreign residents by changing the ARC Uniform ID numbering system to match the format used by Taiwan citizens. Because of this, every foreigner must change their ARC number the next time they change or update their ARC card starting Jan. 1 2021. So what do you need to do after your ARC number has changed?

(Please note that the following questions and answers are for reference only and are not a comprehensive list of regulations. Local laws and regulations are constantly changing, and different cities, counties, and private property owners have differing droning rules. Please double check with Taiwan's Civil Aviation Bureau, local authorities, national parks, or property owners if you have any doubts about flying your drone in a certain area.

​Flying a drone (quadcopter, RC helicopter, remote UAV etc.) in Taiwan can be fun, safe, and positively impact the community if you do it right. For some of our own drone videos in Taiwan, check out the video below, as well as my drone playlist on Youtube, and don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube Channel here.