Taipei Travel Guide

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• Visa & Entry for US citizens: US passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to Taiwan for up to 90 days for tourism or business. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay. No visa, ETA, or pre-arrival registration required. You'll need proof of onward travel (return ticket or ticket to next destination). Fill out the arrival card on the plane or at immigration. No entry fees or tourist taxes. Check the Bureau of Consular Affairs website (https://www.boca.gov.tw) for current requirements before travel.
• Get an EasyCard (rechargeable transit card) at any MRT station for NT$100. Works on metro, buses, convenience stores, and even some taxis. The MRT is incredibly clean, efficient, and English-friendly—perfect for solo navigation.
• Taiwan has excellent public WiFi through TPE-Free network in most public areas. Register once with your passport number and phone, then enjoy free WiFi throughout the city. Most cafes also offer WiFi passwords freely.
• Taipei is extremely safe for solo travelers, even late at night. Crime rates are very low. However, watch your belongings in crowded night markets and be aware of scooter traffic when crossing streets—they can be aggressive.
• Convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) are everywhere and incredibly useful. They have ATMs, hot food, WiFi, bathrooms, and you can pay bills or buy transit tickets. Many have seating areas good for quick work sessions.
• Learn basic Mandarin phrases or download Google Translate with offline Chinese. English is limited outside tourist areas, but locals are extremely helpful and patient. Many restaurants have picture menus.
• Join Facebook groups like 'Taipei Digital Nomads' or 'Foreigners in Taiwan' before arriving to connect with expats, find apartment rentals, get recommendations, and join meetups. The expat community is very welcoming to newcomers.

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