NTU provides dorm housing for international students in the Prince House located near the NTU campus. The dorms offer single rooms with private bathrooms. Nearby amenities include restaurants, grocery stores, convenience stores, and night markets. Public transportation in Taipei includes the MRT subway system and buses, and students can use their NTU ID card as an EasyCard for discounted fares. The document provides information on preparing for arrival in Taiwan, settling into dorm life, banking, transportation, and contact information for the NTU Office of International Affairs.

1. 2016
Pre-Departure Guide
National Taiwan University
ntucie@ntu.edu.tw
www.oia.ntu.edu.tw
Tel: +886 2 3366 2007
Fax: +886 2 2362 0096
Room 420, 4th floor, 2nd Admin Bldg
No 1, Sec 4, Roosevelt Rd, Taipei 10617, Taiwan

2. Chapter 1 Preparing for Departure
VISA
Currency exchange
Things to Bring / Things to Do
Chapter 2 Arrival in Taiwan
TaoYuan International Airport to NTU
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) to NTU
Taipei Mass RapidTransit (MRT) Route Map
Chapter 3 Life in Taiwan
Prince House -NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms
NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms Regional Map
Daily Needs
Health
NTU Student ID Card & Transportation in Taipei
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
Chapter 4 Banking & Museums
Banking
Museums
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

3. VISA
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The nationals of the following countries are eligible for the visa
exemption program, which permits a duration of stay up to 90
days: Andorra, Australia (Effective from January 1, 2015 for one
year), Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea,
Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, the
Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San
Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, U.K., U.S.A.
and Vatican City State.
The nationals of the following countries are eligible for the visa
exemption program, which permits a duration of stay up to 30
days: Malaysia, Singapore.
For more details, please visit Bureau of Consular Affair/visa-
exempt entry

4. Things to Bring
Things to Do
Currency exchange
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Living expenses vary, depending on each student’s individual lifestyle,
but TWD$10,000-$15,000 is considered adequate to cover monthly
living expenses in Taiwan.
You can exchange USD, HKD and JPY for the New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
at most banks in Taiwan, and the head office of the Bank of Taiwan offers
currency exchange services for many other currencies. Please consult the
banks in your home country prior to your departure to see whether you
can use your credit cards / bank cards to withdraw money in Taiwan and
if there is any transaction charge.
1 TWD ≒ 3.33 JPY ≒ 0.23 HKD ≒ 0.20 CNY ≒ 0.03 USD ≒ 0.027 EUR
(May. 2016)
Electrical equipment:
The electric current in Taiwan is 110V, 60Hz. with 2-hole flat blade sockets. You
can bring your adapter or voltage transformers if necessary, while it is advised to
buy electronic devices in Taiwan since it is convenient and cheaper to buy them
here.
Travel Insurance:
NTU offers all participants travel insurance worth a minimum of TWD
1,000,000 valid for the whole program period. However, we still recommend
that you enroll in extra insurances.
Transcript & Credit Approval:
Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive an
academic transcript. If you wish to have your credits approved, please consult
with your home institution in advance about obtaining credits for coursework
conducted during the program.
Clothing:
The temperature in summer in Taiwan is usually hot and humid (the average
28-36 °C). Due to occasional thunderstorms and typhoons, summer program
participants are advised to bring or purchase umbrellas. There are field trips
that may involve a lot of walking, so we recommend participants bring walking
shoes, casual comfortable clothing and sunscreen.
Items for living:
Pillows, blankets, sheets and blanket covers will be provided, but you will
need to have your own towels, toothbrush, toothpaste, shampoo, soap, hair
dryer ...etc. You can either bring these things from your country or buy them
in Taiwan after you arrive.

5. TaoYuan
International Airport
to NTU
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Participants are recommended to arrive at TaoYuan International/ Taipei
Songshan Airport. We provide a group airport pick-up service at both
airports on the designated day; therefore, participants are strongly
recommended to arrive on that day.
DON’T FORGET TO INFORM US OF YOUR ARRIVAL TIME ON THE ADMISSON
INFORMATION (STEP 6) AT THE APPLICATION SYSTEM.
Where Should I Arrive?
If you cannot arrive at the airport then, please refer to the following
information to get to the Prince House-NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms.
Address: No. 16, SiYuan Street, Taipei city
Chinese:【太子學舍－臺大水源舍區：臺北市思源街 16 號】
How should I get to the dorm?
1. By Taxi
Fare: TWD 1,200-1,300; Total Travel Time: 50 mins
If you are carrying heavy luggage, taking a taxi would be the easiest
way to get to NTU. Taxi stands are outside the Arrival Lobby of both
Terminal 1 and 2 at TaoYuan International Airport, and services are
available 24 hours a day. Airport taxis to Taipei city charge a flat
rate from NTD 1,200 to 1,300 (highway tolls included). A night time
surcharge may apply after 11:00 PM.

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2. By Freeway Bus + Taxi
Fare: TWD 300 (Freeway Bus TWD125; Taxi TWD180-200);
Total Travel Time: 70 mins
There are several bus companies that offer the services to Taipei city.
Bus tickets are available at both Terminals. When you arrive at Taipei
Main Station, you can easily find the Taxi nearby.
Prince House-NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms: No. 16, SiYuan Street, Taipei city
Chinese:【太子學舍－臺大水源舍區：臺北市思源街 16 號】
3. By Shuttle bus + Taiwan High Speed Rail(THSR) + MRT+Walk
Fare: TWD 225 (Bus TWD30; THSR TWD175; MRT TWD20);
Total Travel Time: 90 mins
Taoyuan International Airport provides complete THSR shuttle bus
routes network connecting the airport and THSR station. The shuttle
bus comes every 5 - 10 minutes during peak times. Tickets must be
purchased ahead of time for each journey. Tickets are sold at UBUS
service counters at Arrivals Lobby of Terminals 1 and 2 at Taoyuan
Airport.
It costs TWD 175 from THSR Tayouan station to THSR Taipei station and
it takes around 20 minutes. You can purchase tickets at Tickets Windows
at THSR Tayouan station or book it in advance online.
More information on official website: www.thsrc.com.tw/en/ticket/tic_
how_online.asp
You can directly transfer THSR for Metro (Taipei Main Station). Take
off at Gongguan. Go out from the exit No.4 (please see page 14 & 15).
After getting off the station, please walk straight for about 5 minutes
and turn left at Lane 316, Roosevelt Road. Please keep walking for 1
minute and you will see a police office and the sign of SiYuan Street.
Keep walking on the SiYuan Street and you will see a 7-11 and Starbucks.
Turn right at the corner of Starbucks, Prince House-NTU Shui-Yuan
Dorms are 1-minute walk away in front of you.

7. Taipei Songshan
Airport (TSA) to NTU
Taipei Mass RapidTransit
(MRT) Route Map
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1. By Taxi
Fare: TWD 200-250;
Total Travel Time: 15 mins
Taxi stands are outside the Arrival Lobby, and services are available
24 hours a day. In average, it costs TWD200 to TWD250 from the
airport to NTU.
2. By MRT + Walk
Fare: TWD30
Total Travel Time: 40-50 mins
Take the MRT line 1 toward Taipei Zoo from Songshan Airport and take
off at MRT Gongguan stop and go out on exit 4 (please see page 14
& 15). Go out from the exit No.4. After getting off the station, please
walk straight for about 5 minutes and turn left at Lane 316, Roosevelt
Road. Please keep walking for 1 minute and you will see a police office
and the sign of SiYuan Street. Keep walking on the SiYuan Street and
you will see a 7-11 and Starbucks. Turn right at the corner of Starbucks,
Prince House-NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms are 1-minute walk away in front of
you.
NTU

8. Prince House
-NTU Dorms
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Housing is provided for students on campus in our Shui-Yuan Dormitory
which offers single rooms in a residential complex equipped with sports
facilities and spacious common areas.
Rooms
• All single rooms include excellent lighting, a large study area, private
bathroom and shower, a closet, drawers, a desk, a single bed, air
conditioning, 24-hour heated water, internet connection and a landline
telephone. New beddings will be provided. You can take it home after the
program if you wish.
Communal areas and sports facilities
• Communal areas include meeting rooms in the lobby, a garage for bike
storage, paid parking in the basement, and two laundry rooms (separated
by male and female). A 24-hour receptionist is also on the first floor to
help students if they have any questions.
NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms
Address: No. 16, SiYuan Street, Taipei city
Tel: +886 2 23631066 Smoking is not allowed.

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Taipower
Building
Guting
Technology Building
Sec.1, Heping W Rd Sec.1, Heping E Rd
Sec.2, Heping E Rd
Sec.1, Xinhai Rd
Sec.2, Jinshan S Rd
Sec.3,XinshengSRd
Sec.2, Xinsheng Rd
Sec.2, Xinsheng S Rd
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SiYuan St
Sec.2,
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Sec.4, Roosevelt Rd
Sec.2, Jionguo S Rd
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Prince House
Gongguan
NTU Shui-Yuan Dorms
Regional Map
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1. Starbucks
2. 7-ELEVEN
3. Police Station
4. TRI-Service General Hospital
5. Gonggune Night Market
MRT Gongguan Exit 1
Near the campus there are many Bubble Milk stalls, all-
you-can-eat restaurants, sporting goods outlets, second-
hand book stores, and shoes shops. The Showtime
Cinemas theater is also on the street.
6. Shida Night Market
MRT Taipower Building Exit 3
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10. Daily Needs
Health
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Meals
Taiwanese cuisine is delicious and popular among foreigners. There are a
variety of restaurants around NTU. You could choose to eat at one of the
numerous on-campus cafeterias, which serve anything from a bowl of
noodles to full set meals at very reasonable prices (less than TWD100), or
at restaurants outside the campus. Generally, a meal costs around TWD80
to TWD250 in Taipei.
Grocery Shopping
There are many grocery stores and shops in Taiwan. Most stores in Taipei
are usually open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the week, but we also
have many 24 hour supermarkets such as Wellcome Supermarket.
Supermarkets
• 全聯福利中心 Pxmart : No.63, Sec. 1, Heping E. Rd.
• 頂好 Wellcome Supermarket : B1F, No.285, Sec. 3, Roosevelt Rd.
• 頂好 Wellcome Supermarket : No.41, Sec. 2, Roosevelt Rd.
• 頂好 Wellcome Supermarket : B1F, No.2, Sec. 3, Xinsheng S. Rd.
Convenience Stores
There are many convenience stores (such as 7-11 and FamilyMart)
which open 24 hours a day. They are like small supermarkets, stocked
with a wide array of ready meals, snacks, beverages, magazines, and
daily necessities. Other services such as copy machines and ATMs are
available as well.
Telephone
In order to make overseas calls from the public phones in Taiwan, you
need to purchase a prepaid telephone card. If you would like to carry a
mobile phone, you can purchase a prepaid card at the airport at a mobile
phone shop after arriving in Taiwan. It is highly recommended that
foreigners buy the prepaid card at the airport, since it is easier and faster.
Internet Access
You will be able to use computers in the dorm and will have access to
cable internet. However, you will need to bring or buy your own cable
for cable internet access.
Please contact the OIA staff or student advisors if you should
experience any health issue. There is a medical service center on-
campus that offers medical assistance to students.
NTU Health Center
The Health Center on the main campus has doctors from the NTU
Hospital and provides health services. It is located on the Royal Palm
Boulevard across from the First Student Activity Center near the General
Library. You can make appointments online or by telephone. The
registration fee with an NTU ID is TWD 50.
Tel: 02 3366 2155
Emergency Number: 02 3366 9595
Website: shmc.osa.ntu.edu.tw/main.php

11. NTU Student ID Card &
Transportation in Taipei
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NTU Student ID Card
When you arrive at NTU, you will receive an NTU student ID card
from the Office of International Affairs.The card will give you access to
NTU libraries and gym. It can also serve as an EasyCard.
Easy Card
Public transportation in Taipei is very convenient, especially when
you travel with an EasyCard. An EasyCard is a prepaid, rechargeable
transportation card, which can be used on all Taipei buses, MRT trains,
YouBikes, metro shuttle buses, certain trains to other cities and at Taipei
public parking lots. You can also pay by EasyCard in stores with the
sign below.
MRT (Mass Rapid Transit): english.trtc.com.tw/
The Taipei MRT is a modern transportation system serving Taipei City and
New Taipei City. MRT ride cost depends on the distance and the way you
pay; pay by the EasyCard can have a 20% discount; the average fare for
traveling in Taipei City by metro costs TWD25. NTU campus and Shui-Yuan
Dorms are at the Gongguan station on the green line (line 3).
UBike: taipei.youbike.com.tw/en/index.php
YouBike refers to the public bike system in Taipei; you can easily find
those yellow, smiling bikes near MRT stations and some street corners. It
provides the “rent from one station and return at another” service. You can
rent it with EasyCard. (TWD5 for the first 30 min; TWD15 per 30 min within
the first 4 hours.)
Sharing Wheels: sharingwheels.net/
Sharing Wheels is the very first bicycle sharing project in the country,
dedicated to spreading the concept of bicycle sharing and hoping you
can enjoy it as we do.
It’s a campus service project based on the concept of bicycle sharing.
There is no need to buy yourself a bicycle, join our service, and you
can ride it for free.

12. A Few Things to Keep in Mind
NTU Student ID Card &
Transportation in Taipei
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Downtown Bus
Buses in downtown Taipei City bring you to more places than MRT. Bus
rides cost an average of TWD15.
Taipei Bus Information and Transit System:
www.5284.com.tw/Dybus.aspx?Lang=En
Taxi:
www.taiwantaxi.com.tw/taiwantaxi/english_services.asp
Taiwanese taxis have an initial charge of TWD 70, and TWD 90 from
11:00 p.m to 6:00 a.m. A 20 minute ride costs around TWD 300.
Taiwan Taxi is the largest taxi company in Taiwan, the first in its field
to use GPS+GPRS+GIS satellite positioning passenger service, 24-hour
vehicle monitoring, and complete vehicle route tracking. English or
Japanese speaking drivers and chartering services are available.
24 hour service hotline: 405-88-888 or dial 55688 via cell phone.
Other apps about transportation
台北等公車、台灣等公車
Bathroom
Although many public toilets in Taiwan are reasonably well-equipped,
some may not provide toilet paper. It may be wise to bring packets of
tissue paper at all times.
Tipping
Tipping is not a common practice in Taiwan. People do not tip in
restaurants, hotels, or taxis.
No Smoking in Public Places
In Taiwan, smoking is banned in all indoor public places, including
restaurants and cafeterias. It is also forbidden to smoke on NTU campus.
Taxi
Please keep in mind that all taxi passengers must fasten their seat belts.
Passengers who fail to do so will face a fine at least 1,500 TWD.
MRT
Neither eating nor drinking is allowed in stations or in passenger
trains. The MRT stations and the trains are kept extremely clean and
passengers are generally quiet and respectful of one another.

13. Banking
Chapter 4
Banking &
Museums
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On-Campus Banks
Hua Nan Bank
華南銀行
Chunghua Post Bank
中華郵政
Location
1F of Department of Geography
on Golden Rain Ave
( 地理系館旁 )
1F of Xiao-Fu ( 小福樓 )
Commissary and at the
Gongguan MRT Station (Exit 3)
Services
Money deposit, money transfer,
currency exchange, and online banking
Contact
Tel: +886 2 2363 1478
Fax: +886 2 2363 9657
NTU Branch
Tel: +886 2 2363 3435
Gongguan MRT Branch
Tel: +886 2 2368 8574
To open a bank account, you have to be there in person.
Please remember to bring:
• passport
• Alien Resident Certificate (ARC; if you are ineligible to apply for one,
please apply for ROC ID Number instead)
• NTU ID or Work Contract
• legal stamp (if applicable)
• a minimum deposit of TWD 1,000
To close your bank account, bring your bank passbook, legal IDs and stamp (if
applicable).
To apply for an ROC ID Number, please bring your passport and one
photocopy of it and fill out an application form at the National Immigration
Agency.

14. Museums
Banking
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ATM Card
It is safe and convenient to deposit, withdraw, transfer money, and check
balances at ATMs with an ATM card. If your ATM card is lost, please report to
your bank immediately.
Museums Website Telephone
National Palace Museum www.npm.gov.tw/en/ 02 2881 2021
National Museum of
History
www.nmh.gov.tw/en-us/Home 02 2361 0270
Taipei Fine Arts Museum www.tfam.museum/?sid=1 02 2595 7656
Taipei Astronomical
Museum
english.tam.taipei.gov.tw/ 02 2831 4551
Miniatures Museum of
Taiwan
www.mmot.com.tw/ 02 2515 0583