Compare the best eSIM plans for Taiwan
Internet from the moment you land in Taipei
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- Instant activation
- iPhone and Android compatible
- From €0.68 for 1 GB or more
- 4,400+ plans compared
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€0.68
Cheapest plan, 1 GB or more
4,400+
Taiwan plans
103+
Providers available
4G/5G
Networks supported
Entry price measured on fixed-volume plans of 1 GB or more covering the country. Volumes below 1 GB and plans billed per day, whose price is not comparable, fall outside the calculation.
Best eSIM deals for Taiwan
eSIM.dog
1 GB
1 day
TW
€0.68
AbesteSIM
1 GB
1 day
TW
€0.93
MicroEsim
1 GB
3 days
TW
€0.95
Stellar eSIM
1 GB
30 days
TW
€0.96
Billion Connect
1 GB
3 days
TW
€1.15
ASIMGO
1 GB
5 days
TW
€1.28
eSIM for Taiwan at a glance
From
€2.66
For 5 GB / 30 days
Plan duration
1 to 30+ days
Depending on the plan
Local networks
Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, Far EasTone
Dense 5G in cities, 4G everywhere
VPN needed?
No
All Western services work fine
Hotspot sharing
Available
On most plans
Compatibility
iPhone XS+ / Android 8.0+
Check your device
Internet in Taiwan: everything you need to know
Taiwan has over 92% internet penetration and 4G/5G mobile coverage exceeding 99% of the population (source: ITU DataHub, 2024). 5G is widely deployed in Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, Tainan and Hsinchu by Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and Far EasTone (T Star merged with Taiwan Mobile in 2023).
- ●4G/5G coverage in all cities (Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, Hsinchu) and along the HSR (Taipei-Kaohsiung bullet train). Decent signal in Taroko National Park (east coast), Sun Moon Lake and Alishan. Patchier on mountain trails (Yushan, Hehuanshan).
- ●Average mobile speed ~100–130 Mbps download per Ookla (Q1 2025) : Taiwan ranks among Asia's leaders.
- ●No Western services blocked : Google, WhatsApp, Instagram, X, YouTube, Netflix, Apple Maps work normally. LINE is the dominant app for local contacts.
- ●Great for LINE Taxi, Uber Taiwan, foodpanda / Uber Eats, Google Maps (excellent transit), EasyCard digital (Taipei transport) and JKOPay / LINE Pay (mobile money).
Sources: Internet Society Pulse: Taiwan, ITU DataHub: Taiwan, Ookla Speedtest Global Index
Networks and connectivity on the ground
- Average speed
- 110.7 Mbps downloadmeasured 2026 · Internet Society Pulse
- Local operators
- Chunghwa Telecom · Taiwan Mobile · Far EasTonemeasured 2026 · Datadopt research
- Public Wi-Fi
- Everywheremeasured 2026 · Datadopt research
Practical information
- Currency
- New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
- Payments
- Card and cashATMs everywhere
- Tipping
- Tipping is not expected
- Power socket
- Type A, Type B110 V, 60 Hz
- Official languages
- ChineseAlso spoken : Min Nan Chinese, Hakka Chinese, EnglishEnglish in tourist areas
- Dialling code
- +886Time zone : Asia/Taipei
- Emergency numbers
- 110 · 119 · 119
When to go
- Best time to go
- March, April, October, November, December
- Shoulder season
- February, May
- When to avoid
- July, August
- Peak season
- January, February, July, August
- Seasonal hazards
- TyphoonsJuly, August, September
- Extreme heatJune, July, August
- FloodingAugust, September
Taiwan packs a dense western plain and a 4,000 m mountain range into an island smaller than Switzerland. October to December and March to April are the dry, temperate windows; July and August combine heat, humidity and typhoons.
The night markets are the itinerary
Shilin and Raohe in Taipei, Fengjia in Taichung, Liuhe in Kaohsiung: each opens around 6 pm and runs past midnight. Plan dinners there rather than in restaurants, and arrive hungry rather than early.
Cycling the island is a real option
Route 1 circles Taiwan in about nine to twelve days, with bike-friendly trains and rental drop-offs in most cities. Spring and late autumn are the only comfortable seasons for it.
Typhoon season reshapes plans
From July to September a named storm will close rail lines, gorges and mountain trails for a day or two. Keep one flexible day per week rather than a tightly booked chain.
Winter is hot spring season
Beitou, Jiaoxi and Taroko’s Wenshan sit on volcanic and tectonic springs that are at their best from December to February, when the island’s north turns cool and damp.
Iconic sites and coverage
Taipei 101
508 metres, the tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010, with a 660-tonne tuned mass damper on show at the 88th floor. The lift reaches the 89th in 37 seconds, and coverage is flawless throughout.
Taroko Gorge
Nineteen kilometres of marble cut by the Liwu river, with tunnels carved into the cliff face. Signal disappears inside the gorge, and the 2024 earthquake permanently changed access, so check which trails are open.
Jiufen Old Street
A former mining village clinging to the hillside above the sea, its lantern-lit lanes best walked in late afternoon. Well covered, and far calmer on a weekday.
Sun Moon Lake
The island’s largest lake at 750 m, ringed by a thirty-kilometre cycle path and hillside temples. Coverage holds all the way round.
Alishan Forest Railway
A narrow-gauge line built for century-old cypress, climbing from subtropical plain to misty forest in a few hours. Signal is uneven on the switchbacks, and the sea of clouds is a sunrise event.
Kenting National Park
The tropical southern tip, with coral reefs, beaches and a resort-town nightlife. Well covered, and warm even in December.
Longshan Temple
Founded in 1738, destroyed and rebuilt several times, and still a working place of daily worship rather than a monument. Watch the ritual before photographing it.
Yehliu Geopark
A sandstone headland eroded into mushroom and honeycomb forms, whose famous Queen’s Head thins a little every year. Covered, and best seen before the coaches arrive.
Sources Internet Society Pulse, Datadopt research
Datadopt Observatory
Price per GB in Taiwan: what our data shows
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Taiwan comes down to 0.19 €/GB, across a sample of 2,152 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip.
Lowest price per GB recorded
0.19 €/GB
Offers in the price sample
2,152
Asia average
0.21 €/GB
World ranking
104 / 215
Taiwan is 10% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB).
Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
See the eSIM price Observatory by country →Which eSIM providers for Taiwan?
Here are the 6 best-placed eSIM providers for Taiwan, ranked by best price per GB. Prices are expressed per GB so plans of different sizes can be compared on the same basis.
| Provider | Price per GB | From | Max duration | Hotspot | 5G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| eSIM.dog | 0.40 €/GB | 0.68 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
| MicroEsim | 0.40 €/GB | 0.95 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| Stellar eSIM | 0.44 €/GB | 0.96 € | 30 d | Yes | Yes |
| 0.52 €/GB | 1.28 € | 15 d | Yes | No | |
| AbesteSIM | 0.60 €/GB | 0.93 € | 30 d | Yes | No |
 EscapeSIM | 0.74 €/GB | 1.41 € | 15 d | Yes | Yes |
Providers ranked by best price per GB, across plans of at least 1 GB. Source: Datadopt catalogue.
Compare all plans →Device compatibility
eSIM is built into every iPhone XS and later, as well as Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3a+ and most high-end Motorola, Oppo, Sony and Xiaomi models.
Not sure about your device? Check compatibility here.
How to install your eSIM for Taiwan
- 1. Compare offers on https://www.datadopt.com/en/compare/tw
- 2. Browse our partners' eSIM offers and choose the data volume and duration that fit your trip.
- 3. Purchase the eSIM plan that best fits your needs on our partner's site.
- 4. Receive a QR code by email after purchase.
- 5. Before you leave or during your stay, add the eSIM to your smartphone (Note: a stable Wi-Fi connection may be required during this step.)
- 5.1. On iPhone: Settings > Mobile Data > Add Plan > Scan the QR code
- 5.2. On Android: Settings > Connections > SIM card manager > Add a mobile plan
- 6. Once you arrive, turn on the data of your eSIM and enjoy reliable internet in Taiwan.
First eSIM? The full walkthrough, with iOS and Android screenshots, lives in our guide how to install an eSIM on your smartphone.
Frequently asked questions
Does the eSIM really work in Taiwan?
Yes. International eSIMs connect to Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile or Far EasTone on landing at Taipei Taoyuan (TPE), Taipei Songshan (TSA) or Kaohsiung (KHH). 5G accessible on most plans.
How much data for 10 days in Taiwan?
Plan 5–10 GB for 10 days : Google Maps + transit (HSR, MRT, bus), LINE, cloud photos, some streaming. 5G handles HD streaming without issues.
Is there signal on Taroko and Alishan trails?
Taroko : decent signal along the main road and in Tianxiang. Weaker in deep gorges. Alishan : signal in the village and on the heritage railway, weaker in the forest. Download offline Maps.
Can I use my European plan in Taiwan?
Non-EU roaming is charged at premium rates (up to €10/MB). Check ; otherwise a travel eSIM is much cheaper.
Can I share the connection with other devices?
Most Taiwan eSIM plans allow hotspot : the field is listed on each Datadopt offer detail page.
How much does an eSIM cost in Taiwan, and is it cheap?
According to the Datadopt Observatory, the lowest price per GB recorded in Taiwan comes down to 0.19 €/GB, across a sample of 2,152 fixed-volume offers retained for the measurement. That floor is reached on large data bundles : a 5 GB plan over 30 days costs noticeably more per GB. The real differentiator is still the depth of the offer : the more plans compete, the easier it is to find the duration and data volume that fit your trip. Taiwan is 10% cheaper than the Asia regional average (0.21 €/GB). In our global ranking of well-covered eSIM markets, Taiwan sits at position 104 of 215 by price per GB (1 = cheapest). Source: Datadopt eSIM Price Observatory, 170,286 plans analysed, measured 1 September 2026.
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