It is more important than ever to get travel insurance and check it provides sufficient cover. See the FCDO’s guidance on foreign travel insurance.

The UK does not recognise Taiwan as a state and has no diplomatic relations with Taiwan, so limited consular services are available to British nationals. See Consular assistance

There are over 60,000 visits to Taiwan by British nationals annually. Most visits are trouble-free.

Crime levels are low, but small-scale petty crime does exist. You should maintain at least the same level of vigilance as you would at home, and take sensible precautions. See Crime

There has been a significant increase in cases of dengue fever. See Health

For information about Monkeypox see Health

You should not enter Taiwan with animal products without prior authorisation as those caught smuggling products may face heavy fines. See Customs regulations

Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Taiwan, attacks can’t be ruled out. See Terrorism

You can contact the emergency services by calling 110 (police),(police),119 119 (ambulance and fire) and 113 (the domestic abuse and sexual assault hotline).

If you’re abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British office, embassy, consulate or high commission.