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See the
Information for Foreigners
(
http://iff.immigration.gov.tw
) website for more.
Driving Licence
INTERNATIONAL DRIVER'S PERMIT (IDP)
This is valid in Taiwan for up to 30 days. With an ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) you can
apply to have your permit validated at a local Motor Vehicles Office. This simple proced-
ure validates the IDP for up to one year.
LOCAL DRIVER'S LICENCE
Driver's licences are issued by county, and if you have an ARC you can apply. Tests in-
clude a written and driving section - both parts are challenging for their sheer absurdity
(such as the infamous backwards 'S' test and questions that refer to national pride). For
an example of a test, see the
Taipei Motor Vehicle Office
(
http://tmvso.thb.gov.tw
/
) web-
site.
RECIPROCAL LICENCE AGREEMENTS
If your country has a reciprocal agreement with Taiwan, you may be able to obtain a
Taiwanese licence just by showing your home licence and passport.
Check the websites of the Taipei Motor Vehicle Office or Information for Foreigners.
Vehicle Hire
CAR HIRE
Day rates start at NT$2400, with multiday and long-term discounts available.
All airports, and most High Speed Rail stations, have car-rental agencies (or free deliv-
ery).
Car Plus
( 0800-222 568;
www.car-plus.com.tw
) Good reputation with island-wide of-
fices.
Easy Rent
( 0800-024 550;
www.easyrent.com.tw
) Island-wide locations including
downtown Taipei, major airports and High Speed Rail stations. Can usually handle email
enquiries in English.
INSURANCE
Third-party liability insurance and comprehensive insurance, with a NT$10,000 deduction
for damages is included in rental costs. In the case of theft or loss, renters are charged
10% of the value of the car.
