Airalo
1GB · 7 days
32k$7 AUD
The best eSIM for Taiwan
Instant data, no physical SIM required.
Instant data, no physical SIM required. Taiwan has some of the cheapest mobile data in the world and unlimited-data tourist eSIMs are common. Note that a Taiwan plan does not cover mainland China or Hong Kong.
8 esim options for Taiwan, compared
Airalo Recommended
10GB · 15 days
32k$14.50 AUD
Saily
10GB · 30 days
6k$18.50 AUD
Airalo
20GB · 30 days
32k$24.50 AUD
Yesim
Unlimited · 15 days
4k$32.50 AUD
Klook
Travel SIM & eSIM options
40k-
Nomad
10GB · 30 days
12k$21 AUD
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Holafly
Unlimited · 15 days
28k$44 AUD
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Compared side by side
| Provider | Data | Validity | Price (AUD) | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airalo Partner | 1GB | 7 days | $7 | $7 |
| Airalo Partner | 10GB | 15 days | $14.50 | $1.45 |
| Saily Partner | 10GB | 30 days | $18.50 | $1.85 |
| Airalo Partner | 20GB | 30 days | $24.50 | $1.23 |
| Yesim Partner | Unlimited | 15 days | $32.50 | - |
| Klook Partner | Varies | Choose on booking | Varies | - |
| Nomad | 10GB | 30 days | $21 | $2.10 |
| Holafly | Unlimited | 15 days | $44 | - |
Getting online in Taiwan
What is mobile coverage like in Taiwan?
Outstanding nationwide, including the metro, the high-speed rail and most of the mountains.
Is an eSIM cheaper than roaming in Taiwan?
Taiwan has some of the cheapest mobile data in the world and unlimited-data tourist eSIMs are common. Note that a Taiwan plan does not cover mainland China or Hong Kong.
Whether your handset takes an eSIM, and what happens to your Australian number, are the same answers everywhere - covered once on the eSIM hub.
More Taiwan essentials
Taiwan visa and entry rules
Passport, visa, arrival cards and customs rules for Australian passport holders.
Flights to Taiwan
Search fares from Australia, then sort the rest of the trip.
Taiwan travel insurance
Medical, cancellation and luggage cover for Australian travellers.
Taiwan money and cards
Cards, cash and FX fees for Australian travellers.
Taiwan airport transfers
Trains, buses, private transfers and taxis compared.
Driving in Taiwan
International Driving Permit rules and car hire for Australians.
Taiwan travel essentials
Adapters, plugs, tap water, tipping and health basics.
Things to do in Taiwan
Attractions, tours and passes worth booking ahead.
Further reading: eSIM vs roaming vs local SIM: what Australians should actually buy
How these comparisons are made
Every plan listed can be bought with an Australian account and is priced in AUD, with a per-GB column so a 1GB and a 20GB plan can be compared honestly. Jamie has personally bought and used eSIMs from the providers in these tables on real trips - being usable by an actual Australian traveller, not just cheap on paper, is the bar for inclusion. Prices are indicative and re-checked against provider pricing; the provider's checkout is always authoritative. Read the full editorial policy.
Taiwan connectivity FAQs
Does a Taiwan eSIM work in mainland China?
No. Taiwan, mainland China and Hong Kong are separate for both immigration and mobile networks. A Taiwan plan covers Taiwan only, and you need a separate plan for each of the others.
Planning Taiwan?
We will send you the Taiwan guide as it grows - what to book before you go, which eSIM and travel card are worth it there, and what things actually cost in Australian dollars.