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Taiwan

Friendliest cities in Asia — Mandarin on a budget

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Taiwan

Friendliest cities in Asia — Mandarin on a budget

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At a glance

Taiwan, by the numbers

Best healthcare in the world

Numbeo Health Care Index 2026

Safest countries in the world

Numbeo Safety Index 2026

#54

National Taiwan University

QS World University Rankings 2027

#14

Taipei — one of the fastest climbers, up 12 places

QS Best Student Cities 2027

Field notes

Bubble tea was invented in Taichung in 1987 — the original teahouse still serves it
Taipei 101 was the world's tallest building from 2004 to 2010

Highlights

Why Taiwan

Taiwan is one of Asia's best-kept secrets for international students: top-ranked universities with English-taught programs, some of the lowest tuition in the region, and a famously welcoming culture. Add incredible street food, affordable living, and easy travel across the island, and it is easy to see why students fall in love with it.

🏆 Asia's safest, most affordable gem

Mandarin without the price tag

Top language programs at a fraction of big-city costs.

Asia's friendliest welcome

Taiwan is famous for how it treats students and strangers.

Programs

Programs in Taiwan

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TEFL Kaohsiung

Southern Taiwan Program

KMT English Academy

Teach English in Taiwan's sunny southern city.

$1,8001 month

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Budget planning

Cost of living in Taiwan

Typical monthly costs for an international student.

Total$467 - $1,165/mo

*Prices are estimates based on available sources and may vary by location, lifestyle, and availability.

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Detailed breakdowns, housing, and money-saving tips for students.

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Visa Information

Visa at a Glance

Residence Visa (Student)· 4-6 weeks

Visa type

Visa-free entry (up to 90 days) for eligible nationalities

Processing time: On arrival
Work rights: Up to 20 hrs/week with Ministry of Labor permit (required before any paid work)
Funds needed: No fixed amount — show ~6 months of tuition + living costs (Taipei ≈ $600–900/month); Bank statements or remittance records; relatives within 3rd degree accepted with kinship proof. Huayu/Taiwan Scholarship award letter substitutes for bank proof.