Transit Procedures
This information is as of 2026/08/11.
Transit rules vary by airline and airport. Verify before travel.
Transit Visa Requirements
When a transit visa is needed
Transit visa: Not required if remaining in the transit area at Taoyuan Airport.
Condition: Must depart within 24 hours without passing through immigration.
Transit Area Facilities
Lounges, restaurants, showers, and amenities
Facilities: Good facilities at Taoyuan T1 & T2: duty-free, shops, restaurants, and cultural exhibits.
Food & drink: Variety of Taiwanese and international food.
Rest & showers: Free showers, rest zones, and Plaza Premium Lounge. Transit hotel nearby.
Minimum Connection Time
Recommended layover duration per airport
Minimum connection time: 75 minutes at Taoyuan Airport.
Terminal change: T1 and T2 connected by Skytrain (7 min).
Baggage Transfer
Through-check availability and rebooking
Baggage transfer: Bags transferred on same booking at Taoyuan.
Re-check required: Not required for airside transit.
Clearing Immigration for Transit
When and how to enter the country during transit
Immigration: Not required for airside transit.
Leaving the airport: Visa-free entry for many nationalities (up to 90 days). Taoyuan MRT to Taipei in 35 min.
Airport & Nearby Hotels
Overnight options for long layovers
Airport hotel: Novotel Taipei Taoyuan Airport (connected to terminal). Plaza Premium transit hotel.
Sleep options: Free rest zones, Plaza Premium sleep pods. Hourly hotel rooms available.
Transit Tips
Practical advice for smooth connections
- Free rest zones and showers available at Taoyuan.
- Free WiFi unlimited.
- Excellent convenience stores (7-Eleven, FamilyMart) in terminals.
- EasyCard available at airport for Taipei exploration.