Where can I buy EasyCard in Taipei?

Easycard can be purchased at all MRT stations and convenience stores such as 7/11 or FamilyMart generally for NT$100, with the exception of limited issue cards with special designs which will be more expensive.

What is EasyCard in Taiwan?

The EasyCard is a contactless smartcard system operated by the EasyCard Corporation, which was previously named the “Taipei Smart Card Corporation”, for payment on the Taipei Metro (also known as “Taipei MRT”, or “Taipei Rapid Transit System”), buses, and other public transport services in Taipei since June 2002.

Where can you use EasyCard in Taiwan?

Two of the most common usage of the EasyCard are the MRT (subway/train) and public bus fares. The EasyCard serves MRT in Taipei, Taoyuan and Kaohsiung as well as public buses in Taipei, New Taipei City, Keelung, Taichung, Yilan County, Matsu and Tainan.

How much is the EasyCard in Taipei?

Easycards cost NT$500 (about USD$16), but that includes NT$400 to spend on the card, with the remaining NT$100 refundable on return (along with any remaining balance) at any MRT station or the Taoyuan Airport MRT service booth at either airport.

Can you use EASY Card in Kaohsiung?

While Easy Card is issued by the Taipei municipality, iPass is issued by the Kaohsiung municipality. You can interchangeably use either card in both Taipei and Kaohsiung. If you are in Kaohsiung, you can purchase and recharge both iPass and Easy Card at any convenience stores, including 7-Eleven and Family Mart.

Do Easy Cards expire?

EASY Cards have a 20-year lifespan; however, if an EASY Card has been inactive for 12 continuous months (it has not been used for transit or reloaded), the card will be systematically disabled.

Can you use EasyCard in Kaohsiung?

Which SIM card is best in Taiwan?

If you are staying in Taiwan for 60 days or more, then T-Star has the only long term SIMs available. If you’re thinking of travelling to more remote regions of Taiwan, then I would recommend using Chunghwa Telecom as they have by far the best coverage in rural places such as the mountains.