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Driving — Taiwan
What travelers need to know about driving in Taiwan. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
Short answer
Driving in the U.S. too?The free LawLert iPhone app alerts you when you cross into a U.S. state where a law you track differs. It doesn't cover other countries yet.Get the free appDriving in Taiwan: restricted — there are real limits travelers must follow.
CONDITIONAL
Obtain an International Driving Permit before arriving in Taiwan; you may drive up to 30 days with an IDP and home license. Right turns on red are not permitted unless indicated.
On-the-spot fines for minor offenses.
§ Australian DFAT Smartraveller — TaiwanVerified Jul 24, 2026
RESTRICTED
Taiwan's legal BAC limit is 0.03% (15 mg/100 ml), strictly enforced, with alcohol tests standard at accident scenes.
Court appearance for serious offenses.
§ US State Dept — TaiwanVerified Jul 24, 2026
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