Taiwan Visa Requirements
For 🇮🇹 Italy passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Routine vaccines (MMR, Tetanus, COVID-19). Hepatitis A and Japanese encephalitis for some travelers.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Taiwan is extremely safe - consistently ranked among the world's safest destinations. Violent crime is rare, and petty crime is uncommon. Women can walk alone at night safely. The main concerns are natural disasters (typhoons, earthquakes) and traffic (scooters are everywhere). Taiwan has excellent emergency services.
Money & Costs
Currency
NT$ New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $50 · Mid: $100 · Luxury: $250+
Cards & ATMs
Cards are widely accepted in cities, hotels, and larger restaurants. Night markets and traditional shops prefer cash. Taiwan is more cash-dependent than Korea or Japan. Always carry some NT dollars.
Tipping
Tipping is not customary or expected in Taiwan. Service charges are included in restaurants when applicable. Leaving a tip may cause confusion. Simply pay the listed price everywhere.
Practical Info
Power
Type A, B, 110V, 60Hz
Driving
Right side
Emergency
Emergency: 110 (Police), 119 (Fire/Ambulance)
Tourist Hotline: 0800-011-765
Mobile/SIM
Buy a tourist SIM at the airport from Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, or FarEasTone. Plans cost NT$300-500 for 5-30 days with generous data. Coverage is excellent across the island. Registration requires passport. Alternatively, use eSIM from international providers.
Getting There
Main Airports
Kaohsiung (KHH) · Taipei (TSA) · Taipei (TPE)
Airport Transfers
Taoyuan Airport (TPE): MRT Airport Line to Taipei Main Station (NT$160, 35 minutes). Bus 1819 to Taipei Main (NT$125, 55 minutes). Taxi NT$1,200-1,500 (40-60 minutes). Taipei Songshan (TSA): Domestic and some regional flights, accessible by MRT Brown Line - very convenient.
Local Transport
Taipei has an excellent MRT (metro) system - clean, efficient, and with English signage. Get an EasyCard for all transport. Taiwan High Speed Rail (HSR) connects western cities (Taipei to Kaohsiung in 90 minutes). Conventional trains reach eastern Taiwan. Buses fill gaps. YouBike public bikes are popular in cities.
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
October-December and March-May for pleasant weather. Summer (June-September) is hot, humid, and typhoon season. Winter (December-February) is mild in the south but cold and rainy in the north.
Cultural Notes
Taiwanese are exceptionally friendly and helpful - some of Asia's most hospitable people. Temple culture is important - it's okay to observe but be respectful. Taiwanese use a mix of traditional and simplified Chinese characters. Chopsticks never stand upright in rice (funerary symbolism). Gift-giving is common.
Insider Tips
Get an EasyCard for public transport and convenience store purchases. Night markets are essential - Shilin in Taipei is largest but local ones are often better. The Taiwan High Speed Rail (HSR) is excellent for travel between cities. Book HSR tickets in advance during holidays. Learn a few Mandarin phrases - English is less common outside Taipei.
Dress Code
Taiwanese dress casually - t-shirts and shorts are fine in summer. Be modest at temples. Bring layers as air conditioning is aggressive everywhere. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for night markets and hiking.
Italy Embassy
American Institute in Taiwan
100 Jinhu Road, Neihu District
Taipei 11461
+886 2 2162 2000