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Kaohsiung: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Kaohsiung, officially Kaohsiung City, is a special municipality located in southern Taiwan.

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Now in the cityKaohsiung+27°CClear night · sunrise 06:03 AMupdated 08:57 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
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Exchange rate$32.59per 1 $TWD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Penglai Pier-2 Station
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
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Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information of the health risks you’ll face in Taiwan (‘Health’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Taiwan . There is a risk of natural disasters in Taiwan, including earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, flooding, and extreme heat.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Kaohsiung International Airport KHH5.7 km from the centre
Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base TNN39 km from the centre
Taitung Airport TTT83 km from the centre

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