Time Zone
- Taiwan is in the Taipei Standard Time (TST) zone, which is: GMT+8 / UTC+8
- Taiwan does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)
Electricity
Taiwan uses electric current of 110 volts at 60 cycles, appliances from Europe, Australia or South-East Asia will need an adaptor or transformer. Many buildings have sockets with 220 volts especially for the use of air conditioners.
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Two-hole socket
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Three-hole socket
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Currency
The Republic of China's unit of currency is the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$), which has five denominations in paper money and five in coins. Paper money comes in NT$2000, NT$1000, NT$500, NT$200, and NT$100 denominations. Coins come in NT$50, NT$20, NT$10, NT$5 and NT$1 denominations.
For different currencies, please visit the Currency Converter at Currency Conversion 1, and Currency Conversion 2.
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NT$2000
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NT$1000
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NT$500
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NT$200
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NT$100
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Foreign currencies can be exchanged at government-designated banks and hotels. Receipts are given when currency is exchanged, and must be presented in order to exchange unused NT dollars before departure.
Major credit cards such as American Express, Master Card, Visa, and Diners Club are accepted.
Weather
November is one of the best times to visit Taiwan. The weather is generally mild and comfortable, with less rainfall and cooler temperatures compared to the summer months.
Average Weather Conditions:
- Temperature: 18°C to 25°C (64°F to 77°F)
- Humidity: Moderate
- Rainfall: Relatively low, though occasional light showers may occur. An umbrella or light raincoat just in case
- Sky Conditions: Mostly sunny to partly cloudy
