What should you pay attention to when traveling in Taiwan?

Traveling to Taiwan is a dream for many people. The dazzling scenery and beautiful scenery can’t be seen in a few days. So are there any common precautions when traveling to Taiwan? The editor will tell you today explain.

1. What documents are needed to go to Taiwan?

Two certificates and one visa?: "Taiwan Travel Permit for Mainland Residents" + Personal Travel Endorsement G Visa + Taiwan Entry Permit.

2. When is the best month to travel to Taiwan?

Taiwan’s autumn is from September to November every year. The weather is sunny and cool, making it a good season for traveling. The typhoon season is from June to October every year, with the most frequent typhoons from July to September, so you need to pay special attention to weather reports. Therefore, the best time to travel to Taiwan is to avoid periods when typhoons are frequent, and autumn is the best choice.

3. Problems with electrical sockets in Taiwan

The voltage in Taiwan is different from that in mainland China. The standard voltage is 110V, and some hotels are 220V, and the power plugs are also different. Before going to Taiwan, you need to Prepare a charging adapter for mobile phones and cameras. Some hotels in Taiwan also provide rental services, which can be returned when checking out. However, to ensure nothing goes wrong, it is a safer move to prepare a conversion joint before leaving mainland China.

4. Exchange rate conversion

The exchange rate of RMB to Taiwan dollar is about 1:5, and 1 RMB is about 5 New Taiwan dollars. The specific exchange rate is settled based on the exchange rate of the day. Generally, the exchange rate when you go to Taiwan to exchange money is more favorable, and it can be exchanged at all airports.

5. Shopping and night markets

Shopping is essential when traveling to Taiwan. If you have never been to Taiwan before, how can you go back without bringing some souvenirs or gifts? Speaking of night markets, Taiwanese snacks and night market culture are a unique landscape of the island, and you must not miss it.

6. Travel accommodation

Taiwan hotels use the number of plum blossoms to describe the quality of their facilities and services. Generally, four-star hotels are equivalent to three-star hotels in mainland China, and five-star hotels are equivalent to four-star hotels in mainland China. These hotels are generally clean and tidy, with a strong sense of fashion, spacious rooms, exquisite decoration, and a wide range of choices. However, B&Bs are also very popular among tourists, and Taiwan B&Bs have become the “business card” of Taiwan tourism.

7. Can a Mainland China driver's license be used in Taiwan?

A Mainland China driver's license cannot be used directly in Taiwan and is not recognized by Taiwan. Therefore, you need to obtain a driver's license from a third place first, and then obtain an international driver's license issued by the third place before you can rent a car or drive in Taiwan; in addition, international driver's licenses issued in mainland China are not recognized in Taiwan. In addition, there are many international driver's licenses issued by agencies that are not recognized in Taiwan. Therefore, I would like to remind everyone not to rent a car when going to Taiwan. If there are many people, you can consider chartering a car; if you must rent a car in Kenting, it is recommended to rent an electric car.

8. How to apply for tax refund in Taiwan?

In any department store with TRS logo in Taiwan, you can apply for tax refund if you make a purchase of NT$3,000 or more on the same day. NT$3,000, and if you leave Taiwan within 30 days with your entry permit, you can apply for a tax refund on site or at the airport. The maximum tax refund rate is about 5%. If the converted tax refund is within NT$1,000, you can get a small tax refund on the spot, which is very convenient.