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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
Get alerted when this changesLawLert pings you if Driving law changes in Taiwan. Free.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 — TaiwanRESTRICTED
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 — TaiwanRecommended for travelers · partner
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