🇹🇼 Is Taiwan safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Taiwan: 21 diplomatic missions from 21 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Taiwan
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- UK has no diplomatic relations with Taiwan; only limited consular support available via the British Office in Taipei
- Typhoon Dolphin: some northbound flights and ferry routes may be disrupted — check with your travel provider
- Urban Resilience drills in August 2026 may cause temporary traffic stops and mobile data outages across the island
- During drills on 10 & 13 Aug, 4G/5G data will be cut; voice calls, SMS, Wi-Fi and fixed-line internet remain active
- Passport must be valid for over 6 months from entry date; a return or onward ticket is usually required at arrival
- Visa-free stay of up to 90 days for eligible travelers; extension of another 90 days possible but not automatic
- No internal movement restrictions currently in place across Taiwan
- Mask-wearing in hospitals, clinics and care homes is no longer mandatory, though widely practiced voluntarily
Risk areas and situations
- Northern Taiwan coast: Typhoon Dolphin has triggered a Sea Warning — tidal swells and rough seas expected
- Coastal waters island-wide: swimming, water sports and related activities strongly discouraged during the typhoon period
- Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung: Urban Resilience drill on 7 Aug, 10:00–10:30
- Miaoli, Taichung, Changhua, Nantou, Yunlin, Chiayi County & City: drill on 10 Aug, 14:30–15:00
- Before travelling, assess the regional security situation around Taiwan at the time of departure
Health
- Follow health authority guidance from Taiwan's Ministry of Health; WHO recommendations also apply
- Masks no longer required in healthcare or elderly care facilities, but voluntary use remains common
Emergency numbers in Taiwan
Embassies and consulates in Taiwan
21 diplomatic missions from 21 countries, across 1 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇧🇿 Belize | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | Taipei |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | 1 | |
| 🇰🇮 Kiribati | 1 | Taipei |
…and 9 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Taiwan is Chinese. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in Chinese, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Taiwan safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Taiwan is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Taiwan?
The general emergency number in Taiwan is 119. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Taiwan?
Telcomia tracks 21 diplomatic missions from 21 countries in Taiwan, across 1 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.