Cross-strait travel incentives expand as Beijing announces a major policy waiver: starting July 1, 2025, through December 31, 2027, first-time Taiwan applicants for the Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents can obtain their card completely free of charge, saving NT$1,500 in document fees.
For Taiwanese travelers visiting mainland China, losing the Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (MTP) can disrupt travel plans. Starting March 20, 2025, China's National Immigration Administration launched an 'Electronic Temporary Travel Permit' that can be issued on the same day via mobile apps, valid for 7 days.
Amazon announced it would stop accepting UK-issued Visa credit cards starting in early 2022 due to exorbitant processing fees, sparking an epic showdown between the global e-commerce titan and traditional payment networks.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) operates a 24/7 Emergency Contact Center to assist Taiwanese citizens and travelers facing accidents or crises abroad. Freephone numbers (UIFN) for 22 countries included.
