Taiwan
Taiwan is very safe with friendly locals, low crime, and excellent public transport. Typhoons are the main natural hazard.
What Level 1 means
This is the lowest advisory level. It indicates that travelers should exercise normal precautions, similar to what they would at home. Conditions in the country are generally safe, though travelers should still remain aware of their surroundings and follow standard safety practices.
Safety tips for Taiwan
Get an EasyCard for convenient MRT, bus, and convenience store payments.
Typhoon season runs May through November; monitor local weather.
Night markets are a highlight but watch for motorbikes on narrow streets.
Tap water should be boiled or filtered before drinking.
Healthcare is excellent and affordable even for tourists.
Emergency contacts
110 (police), 119 (ambulance)
Taipei (American Institute in Taiwan)
2026-04-15
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