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Taiwan Travel Essentials

Everything practical you need before you go — power plugs, voltage, a quick adapter check, tap-water safety, emergency numbers and tipping for Taiwan.

⚡ Do you need a plug adapter?

🔌Power plugsType A & B
Voltage / frequency110V · 60Hz
🚰Tap waterTap water — stick to bottled or filtered to be safe
🚨Emergency110
💶TippingTipping is not customary

Good to know

  • Taiwan uses Type A & B sockets at 110V / 60Hz.
  • Most phone, laptop and camera chargers are dual-voltage (100–240V) — you usually only need a plug adapter, not a voltage converter. Check the label on your charger.
  • Emergency services: dial 110.
  • Need to pack for it? See our packing list generator and visa checker.