Taiwan
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 23.3 million people live in Taiwan, on 36,193 km². The capital is Taipei.
- Capital
- Taipei
- Population
- 23,262,544
- Area
- 36,193 km²
- Official languages
- Standard Taiwanese Mandarin, Taiwanese Hokkien, and Taiwanese Hakka
No land borders
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population (2026), capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Taiwan?
Sockets take plug type A/B, at 110 V and 60 Hz.
That is lower than Europe's 230 V: phone and laptop chargers handle it, but check hair dryers and the like.
What is the emergency number in Taiwan?
Call 110 for the police, 119 for an ambulance and 119 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Taiwan?
Not expected.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Taiwan?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Taiwan?
Prices are in New Taiwan Dollar (TWD).
What language do they speak in Taiwan?
Official languages: Standard Taiwanese Mandarin, Taiwanese Hokkien, and Taiwanese Hakka.
How do I call a number in Taiwan from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +886.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
