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Visa requirements for Taiwan

Who can enter Taiwan, by nationality. Tourism. Data as of October 19, 2026.

Passport holders from 109 countries can enter Taiwan without a visa in advance. All 109 enter visa-free on a valid passport. Everyone else needs a visa, or an e-visa where one is offered, before travelling.

109 visa-free
0 on arrival
0 eTA
15 e-visa
118 visa required

242 nationalities

Visa-free entry

109 nationalities

Electronic visa

15 nationalities

Visa required in advance

118 nationalities

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Taiwan?

It depends on your passport. 109 nationalities can enter Taiwan without arranging a visa in advance (visa-free, on arrival, or eTA); everyone else needs a visa or e-visa. Use the tables below to check a specific passport.

What currency is used in Taiwan?

New Taiwan dollar (TWD). 1 USD is approximately 32.45 TWD.

What side of the road does Taiwan drive on?

Taiwan drives on the right.

What is the emergency number in Taiwan?

110 / 112 / 119.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Taiwan

Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), is a country in East Asia. The main island of Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa, lies between the East and South China Seas in the northwestern Pacific Ocean, with the People's Republic of China (PRC) to the northwest, Japan to the northeast, and the Philippines to the south. It has an area of 35,808 square kilometers, with mountain ranges dominating the eastern two-thirds and plains in the western third, where its highly urbanized population is concentrated. The combined territories under ROC control consist of 168 islands in total covering 36,193 square kilometers. The largest metropolitan area is formed by Taipei, New Taipei City, and Keelung. With around 23.9 million inhabitants, Taiwan is among the most densely populated countries.

RegionEastern Asia

Area36,193 km²

CurrencyNew Taiwan dollar (1 USD ≈ 32.45 TWD)

LanguagesChinese

Calling code+886

Drives on theright

Emergency number110 / 112 / 119

Climate in Taiwan

Warmest July, coolest January, driest February, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Taiwan, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	11.4°C	2.1°C	30mm	305h
February	11.6°C	2.1°C	25mm	281h
March	13.5°C	5.3°C	106mm	311h
April	13.7°C	6.2°C	143mm	297h
May	17.4°C	9.5°C	280mm	317h
June	19°C	9.7°C	64mm	349h
July	19.6°C	9.6°C	193mm	322h
August	18.6°C	9.1°C	189mm	282h
September	18.3°C	9.2°C	192mm	302h
October	18.1°C	9.1°C	115mm	284h
November	16.2°C	6.5°C	58mm	277h
December	13.1°C	4.6°C	46mm	286h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Taiwan is a self-governing group of islands off the coast of China. It is one of the most densely populated places in the world. Besides its crowded cities, Taiwan is also known for steep mountains and lush forests. Taiwan is home to a large number of impressive scenic sites, and Taipei is a center of culture, entertainment and leisure activities. The island is also a center of Mandarin-language pop culture with a substantial entertainment industry.

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