Step 4
Power & Connectivity (SIM)
This information is as of 2026/08/11.
Connectivity may vary by region and season.
Voltage & Plug Types
Electrical standards and outlet shapes
⚡110V / 60Hz
🔌Type A / B(Flat 2-pin (same as Japan/US))
🔄Not needed from Japan/US
💡Same plugs as Japan. Power extremely reliable.
Buying a SIM Card
Where to buy, costs, and activation process
📱Chunghwa Telecom, Far EasTone, Taiwan Mobile, T Star
🏪Airport arrivals counter (24/7), convenience stores
📋Passport required
💰Tourist SIM from $10-30 for 5-30 days
💡Airport counters offer unlimited data plans; ready in 5 minutes.
eSIM & Mobile Wi-Fi
eSIM availability and portable Wi-Fi rental
📶Widely available
🏢Airalo, Holafly, Ubigi, Chunghwa eSIM, Far EasTone eSIM
💰$5-25 for 1-10GB / 7-30 days
💡Chunghwa Telecom offers tourist eSIM with unlimited data; activate online.
Wi-Fi Availability
Public Wi-Fi coverage and security
📡Excellent — ubiquitous free WiFi
🏨Fast and free in all hotels and hostels
☕Free iTaiwan network in public areas, MRT stations, and convenience stores
💡Register for iTaiwan free WiFi at airport arrival; covers major public areas.
Internet Restrictions & VPN
Blocked services and VPN recommendations
🔒None — unrestricted internet
🚫None — all services freely accessible
🛡️Not needed
💡Taiwan has one of the freest internet environments in Asia.
Useful Local Apps
Must-have apps for transport, translation, and maps
🚗Uber, Taiwan Taxi, EasyCard app (transit)
🗺️Google Maps (excellent coverage)
💬LINE (essential), WhatsApp
💡LINE is the dominant messaging app; Google Maps transit data is very accurate.
International Calls
How to make international calls and alternatives
📞+886 (Taiwan)
🆘110 (Police), 119 (Fire/Ambulance)
📲Dial 002 + country code + number for international calls
💡Free Wi-Fi widely available; 1999 is the government service hotline.