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Taipei

Normal Precautions
CapitalTaipei
LanguageChinese
CurrencyTWD · New Taiwan dollar
TimezoneUTC+08:00
Normal PrecautionsUpdated 2025-11-25
Risk Level1 / 4
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There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise normal precautions in Taiwan . There is a risk of natural disasters in Taiwan, including earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, flooding, and extreme heat. Please review the Destination Information Page for more information. If you decide to travel to Taiwan: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the American Institute in Taiwan. Enrolling helps us contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the security report for Taiwan from the Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC). Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel. Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist . We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.

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