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This a great arrival guide for first timers into Taiwan. I would add if you are a multi national, and you go to Taiwan again, always use the same Passport. The first time I went to Taipei, I used my BNO Passport from Macau and years later I went again and used my Canadian Passport. BIG MISTAKE. As I was going through customs, the agent gave me a weird look and asked me if I had used another passport in the past. I said I did and she kindly explained to me that isn't allowed. I apologized and took out my BNO Passport but it was too late. A border agent came over and took me off to the far right side for questioning. They left me alone for 30 minutes in a fenced off area and came back and told me to only use the same passport and that they have the right to refuse my entry into the country.
That's a good video that would be really useful for first-time visitors. I don't disagree with any of it but would add a few things - 1. Taiwan has recently expanded use of the e-gate arrival system beyond Taiwanese and foreign residents to a handful of countries with reciprocal agreements (United States, South Korea, Australia, Italy, Germany, Singapore). Using this will speed up Immigration and Passport Control, which can get busy during summer months. 2. Taxi should only be $1,000 from the airport, not $1,500. Many companies have a set fair into the city though, like you said, the MRT is a far better (and easier?) deal. 3. If you're going to be staying for more than ~10 days and plan to use public transport a lot, getting the $1,200 T-Pass instead of adding money to your yoyo card is a better deal. Unlimited public transport in northern Taiwan. You could still add cash to your card for use in convenience stores, etc.
Great video. Regarding the Airport MRT, make sure you take the express train and not the local if you’re traveling to Taipei Main Station or one of the other main hubs on the line. You’ll save time and have a more comfortable seat (the local trains are more like a standard subway car).
Note: If your phone does not take a physical SIM - you will need to get an e-SIM. The last time I was in TPE I had to bypass that central kiosk and go all the way to the left - to the end of the terminal - to the Chunghwa Telecom booth. They have an e-SIM option. EXCELLENT video!
If you have money left on your easy card, you can get the balance refunded in cash at the MRT booth. If the line is long, there is a HiLife convenience store/stand right beside the airport MRT entrance where you can get an easy card and load money or get a refund. Bonus tip: there is a 24hr McDonalds in the big food court near the MRT entrance if you are hungry or fly in/out at weird times. They speak English or you can order by item number cuz their entire menu is labelled with a number.
Welcome back to Taiwan,the first stage of the custom you mentioned is more for the swine fever, which they scan your carry on to prevent meat products from coming into the country, but the do give you a heads up to go through the red channels in the secondary as you mentioned, this process is not mandatory for all the countries, only if you are from or transit through the area declared as swine fever counties.
Thank you so much for this video. I just came back from a weeklong trip to Taiwan, and this covered so many things that made my first jet-lagged hour manageable. Now I have to look forward to going through all my receipts from my trip ;)
I won on one of my receipts! Just 200 TWD, and I won't be back in time to redeem - but an extra-fun souvenir since it was on my first bubble tea purchase in Ximending.
Great guide, really helpful. I disagree in general on emergency cash. Exchange rates are robbery ahead of time and I have access to fee free int'l ATM withdrawals so tend to load up after I'm through. Also, eSIM's need a mention here as they are now superior to physical SIM's in Taiwan for value. The ability to be connected on landing and have access to my main phone number for 2FA/emergencies is a game changer :)
In Taiwan, bicycles are not allow to riding on pedestrian crossing(the white line intersection like 6:51 in video), if violate the rider may be fined NTD 300 to 600 dollars(about USD 10 to 20 dollars)
This video is SO HELPFUL!!! This is exactly what I need for the new airports/countries I’ll be visiting on my upcoming SEA trip ~~ I’m gonna dig through your channel and hope you’ve done one of these amazing guides for Singapore and Kuala Lumpur too! 🤞🏼
Wait, the X-ray check is only for passengers coming from the mainland no? Flying in from NA, I’ve never had to scan. Those who don’t need to scan are given an exemption card immediately after stepping off the plane which you can use to bypass the X-ray. They are basically scanning for meats/veggies (organics) which mainlanders keep “forgetting” they are not allowed to bring in. Flights from the mainland are not given exemption cards.
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This a great arrival guide for first timers into Taiwan. I would add if you are a multi national, and you go to Taiwan again, always use the same Passport. The first time I went to Taipei, I used my BNO Passport from Macau and years later I went again and used my Canadian Passport.
BIG MISTAKE. As I was going through customs, the agent gave me a weird look and asked me if I had used another passport in the past. I said I did and she kindly explained to me that isn't allowed. I apologized and took out my BNO Passport but it was too late. A border agent came over and took me off to the far right side for questioning. They left me alone for 30 minutes in a fenced off area and came back and told me to only use the same passport and that they have the right to refuse my entry into the country.
That's a good video that would be really useful for first-time visitors. I don't disagree with any of it but would add a few things -
1. Taiwan has recently expanded use of the e-gate arrival system beyond Taiwanese and foreign residents to a handful of countries with reciprocal agreements (United States, South Korea, Australia, Italy, Germany, Singapore). Using this will speed up Immigration and Passport Control, which can get busy during summer months.
2. Taxi should only be $1,000 from the airport, not $1,500. Many companies have a set fair into the city though, like you said, the MRT is a far better (and easier?) deal.
3. If you're going to be staying for more than ~10 days and plan to use public transport a lot, getting the $1,200 T-Pass instead of adding money to your yoyo card is a better deal. Unlimited public transport in northern Taiwan. You could still add cash to your card for use in convenience stores, etc.
Great video. Regarding the Airport MRT, make sure you take the express train and not the local if you’re traveling to Taipei Main Station or one of the other main hubs on the line. You’ll save time and have a more comfortable seat (the local trains are more like a standard subway car).
Note: If your phone does not take a physical SIM - you will need to get an e-SIM. The last time I was in TPE I had to bypass that central kiosk and go all the way to the left - to the end of the terminal - to the Chunghwa Telecom booth. They have an e-SIM option. EXCELLENT video!
Thank you🙏
Your step-by-step guide is beautiful and alleviates all anxiety of a first-timer. Appreciate the high production quality too. Tks so much!
If you have money left on your easy card, you can get the balance refunded in cash at the MRT booth. If the line is long, there is a HiLife convenience store/stand right beside the airport MRT entrance where you can get an easy card and load money or get a refund. Bonus tip: there is a 24hr McDonalds in the big food court near the MRT entrance if you are hungry or fly in/out at weird times. They speak English or you can order by item number cuz their entire menu is labelled with a number.
Welcome back to Taiwan,the first stage of the custom you mentioned is more for the swine fever, which they scan your carry on to prevent meat products from coming into the country, but the do give you a heads up to go through the red channels in the secondary as you mentioned, this process is not mandatory for all the countries, only if you are from or transit through the area declared as swine fever counties.
Thank you so much for this video. I just came back from a weeklong trip to Taiwan, and this covered so many things that made my first jet-lagged hour manageable.
Now I have to look forward to going through all my receipts from my trip ;)
I won on one of my receipts! Just 200 TWD, and I won't be back in time to redeem - but an extra-fun souvenir since it was on my first bubble tea purchase in Ximending.
This is an amazing resource, thank you, would love to see more these very thorough and practical videos on navigating a new airport in the future.
Is the Sim counter open late? My arrival is 11:00 pm. Thanks. Great video!
Brilliant mate. Thanks, I'm heading there in the next few months. Appreciate the airport walk through! I'll appear like a seasoned visitor now 🙂
Great guide, really helpful. I disagree in general on emergency cash. Exchange rates are robbery ahead of time and I have access to fee free int'l ATM withdrawals so tend to load up after I'm through.
Also, eSIM's need a mention here as they are now superior to physical SIM's in Taiwan for value. The ability to be connected on landing and have access to my main phone number for 2FA/emergencies is a game changer :)
True. I just got a Nomad eSim for a good price, much more convenient.
@@delsolaris1017 Only if your phone is compatible with eSims though. My Samsung Galaxy isn't. Best to check first.
Well done, very professionally edited.
Perfect timing, landing in Taipei on Tuesday!
Wow such a comprehensive coverage. Thanks
Great guide, so well explained. The way Taiwan integrates that easy card, I just wish USA did the same., it's so simple!
A very informative video, Maurice. I'll be heading to Taipei in a few months and be sure to remember these pointers! Cheers!
Very helpful and thoroughly done video. Thank you.
In Taiwan, bicycles are not allow to riding on pedestrian crossing(the white line intersection like 6:51 in video), if violate the rider may be fined NTD 300 to 600 dollars(about USD 10 to 20 dollars)
Ty for this informative video. Thinking about visiting Taipei in the future and this video shows me what to expect and do when I arrive.
Thanks, this was really helpful. Will be watching this again before my trip.
simple and informartive
This video is SO HELPFUL!!! This is exactly what I need for the new airports/countries I’ll be visiting on my upcoming SEA trip ~~ I’m gonna dig through your channel and hope you’ve done one of these amazing guides for Singapore and Kuala Lumpur too! 🤞🏼
Very helpful. Gracias señor 😊
This videos hits all the major talking points. I wish you went over the luggage storage service
This is such a useful type of video!
Definitely what I need! Thanks! Are there some useful or indispensable apps that you recommend?
Wait, the X-ray check is only for passengers coming from the mainland no? Flying in from NA, I’ve never had to scan. Those who don’t need to scan are given an exemption card immediately after stepping off the plane which you can use to bypass the X-ray. They are basically scanning for meats/veggies (organics) which mainlanders keep “forgetting” they are not allowed to bring in. Flights from the mainland are not given exemption cards.
Just straight to the point. Neat!
DUDE you’re te first ever foreigner to pronounce “taoyuan” correctly 🎉🎉🎉
I must like your videos because I just watched all of this and there's almost no chance I'll ever actually go there/need the information 😅
Great video.
Awesome video as always, Maurice! 👏👏👏 While you're over there in Asia, could you do one for Seoul? I'm heading over for my first time in August. 🤠
one thing you missed is ATM's
謝謝你的幫助
This is good video
Hey, Maurice how do you organize your life besides your projects? Do you just use a notebook?
concise
is it okay to have your drone in your carry on bag?
they don't collect the arrival card most of the time,
The FX rate at the airport is the best in the country so use it
What is considered a "large amount of cash"?
Sure the MRT is great and all, but you miss out on the experience of the Taxi driver hitting 100 mph before even exiting the airport!
This video is dynamite. Thanks for the help!!!
Taxi all the way
Me too
Great video. The hand is a bit distracting...
That thumbnail 💀
Is there a baggage service at the airport that can send my luggage to the hotels downtown?