How to use data when going to Taiwan: hot topics and practical guides on the Internet
Recently, with the gradual resumption of cross-strait exchanges, "how to apply for mobile phone data when going to Taiwan" has become a hot topic. The following is a practical guide compiled based on the hot content of the entire network in the past 10 days to help visitors easily solve traffic problems.
1. Top 5 popular issues regarding data usage in Taiwan
| Ranking | question | Search volume share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Can mainland mobile phones access the Internet directly in Taiwan? | 38% |
| 2 | Which data card is the most cost-effective in Taiwan? | 25% |
| 3 | Things to note when purchasing data cards at the airport | 18% |
| 4 | Which is better, shared WiFi or data card? | 12% |
| 5 | Taiwan 5G network coverage | 7% |
2. Comparison of packages of three major operators
| Operator | Package name | traffic | Validity period | Price (NTD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chunghwa Telecom | tourist card | 5GB | 7 days | 300 |
| Taiwan Big Brother | lightweight bag | 3GB+ unlimited low speed | 10 days | 250 |
| Far EasTone Telecom | Unlimited swimming | Unlimited (speed reduction threshold 20GB) | 15 days | 500 |
3. Usage guide
1.Purchase channels: Taoyuan/Songshan Airport counters are open 24 hours, and urban store opening hours are generally 10:00-21:00.
2.Documentation requirements: Mainland tourists need to present their original passports, and some businesses accept copies of electronic passports.
3.Hot sharing: All packages support the hotspot function, but Far EasTone Telecom stipulates that up to 3 devices can be shared.
4.Network quality: Actual measurements show that Chunghwa Telecom has the best coverage in mountainous areas such as Alishan, and there is little difference among the three in urban areas.
4. Recent hot search keywords
| keywords | heat index | Related topics |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan data card | ★4.8 | Card return process |
| esim Taiwan | ★4.5 | Adapted to iPhone14 |
| All you can eat set meal | ★4.2 | Student discount |
5. Things to note
1. You may queue for more than 30 minutes to purchase at the airport. It is recommended to download the operator’s APP to check the package in advance.
2. Some mainland mobile phone models (such as some Huawei models) require manual setting of APN.
3. The prepaid cards sold by 7-11 require real-name authentication, which is a complicated process and is not recommended for emergency use.
6. Expert advice
Choose a package based on the number of days of travel: a daily plan is recommended (approximately 100NTD/day) for less than 3 days; for more than 7 days, it is recommended to choose the "Taiwan Mobile" monthly plan, which can save 40%.
Latest news: Chunghwa Telecom will launch the "Cross-Strait Link" package next month, which includes both mainland and Taiwan traffic. It is worth looking forward to.
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