Money
Cash is still king in Taiwan, though credit cards are accepted in ever more places The currency in Taiwan is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$). Most establishments do not accept US dollars or other currencies,…
Category: Moving to Taiwan
Getting Help
A number of different support services are available to foreign residents, and the government is also becoming more aware of the needs of the expat community Emergency Services There are a few different telephone numbers…
Security
Most foreign residents in Taiwan experience a trouble-free stay, and, excluding the traffic, the island is generally a safe place to live Crime and Personal Safety Taiwan is in general a very safe place to…
Recreation and Leisure
Taiwan offers superb opportunities for hiking and biking, plus a vibrant cultural scene in the performing arts Outdoor pursuits Taiwan is a superb place to experience the natural world, though you might not suspect this…
Healthcare, Insurance, and Dentistry
The national health service is comprehensive and cheap, and quality of care is generally good; dentistry is likewise reasonably priced and of a good standard Medical insurance Taiwan has excellent general health care. Created in…
Television, Telephones, Internet, and Media
The Taiwanese media is both free and boisterous, and there are a large number of competing newspapers and cable channels, though unfortunately quality is somewhat lacking; internet and telephone service is easy to arrange Mobile…
Driving
In many areas outside the big cities, having a motor vehicle is important for getting from A to B. This section will help you understand what is involved in driving in Taiwan. Getting a License…
Transportation
The old faithful scooter is not the only way around, and Taipei in particular has a well-integrated public transport network Air Travel Taiwan has two major international airports, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (IATA code: TPE),…
Study
Already a popular destination for students of Mandarin, the government is now doing more to encourage universities to offer English-language Master’s courses Learning Mandarin Many people move to Taiwan with the aim of learning Mandarin….
Work
Foreign nationals are most commonly employed as English teachers, or in sales, marketing, technical writing, and editing for the IT industry Teaching English The majority of westerners in Taiwan come to teach English. While some…