Best eSIM for Taiwan โ Instant Data Plans
Taiwan blends ultra-modern cities with stunning mountain landscapes โ and an eSIM keeps you connected whether you're riding the Taipei Metro or hiking Taroko Gorge.
Your calls stay on your home number.
Your data runs on LTE.app.
Most modern iPhones and Android phones support two connections at once. Keep your existing SIM active โ your number never changes, your apps keep working. Just add a Taiwan data plan on top.
- โ Calls and texts work normally
- โ WhatsApp, iMessage unchanged
- โ Bank 2FA still arrives
- โ Nothing to cancel or port
- โ Full 4G / 5G speeds
- โ Hotspot included
- โ Activates the moment you land
- โ From $1.84 โ not $10โ15/day
- โ ~$10โ15 per day, every day
- โ Throttled after 512 MB
- โ No hotspot on most plans
- โ Bill shock when you get home
Available Plans (20)
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Best eSIM for Taiwan โ what you need to know
Taiwan blends ultra-modern cities with stunning mountain landscapes โ and an eSIM keeps you connected whether you're riding the Taipei Metro or hiking Taroko Gorge.
LTE.app offers 20 eSIM plans for Taiwan, starting from $1.84. Plans are instant โ purchase, scan the QR code in Settings, and your data is live. No physical SIM, no airport queue, no contract.
Coverage is provided through Chunghwa Telecom and FarEasTone and Taiwan Mobile, giving you data across Taipei, Kaohsiung, Tainan and beyond. Chunghwa Telecom leads Taiwan in coverage including the east coast, mountain national parks, and outlying islands.
Why use an eSIM in Taiwan?
Taiwan eSIM coverage & networks
LTE.app plans in Taiwan route through Chunghwa Telecom, FarEasTone, Taiwan Mobile. Chunghwa Telecom leads Taiwan in coverage including the east coast, mountain national parks, and outlying islands.
Major destinations covered include Taipei, Kaohsiung, Tainan, Hualien, and Taichung. Urban areas and popular tourist sites generally have reliable 4G LTE; rural and mountainous areas may vary.
More questions about Taiwan eSIMs
Does the eSIM work as a hotspot in Taiwan?+
Hotspot supported on all Taiwan plans.
Does the Taiwan eSIM include a phone number?+
Data-only โ no Taiwanese number.
Which network will my eSIM use in Taiwan?+
LTE.app plans in Taiwan use Chunghwa Telecom and FarEasTone and Taiwan Mobile. The network your device connects to depends on your plan and device compatibility.
Can I top up or extend my Taiwan eSIM?+
Some plans allow top-ups or extensions from within the LTE.app. If you run out of data, you can purchase an additional plan โ the new eSIM will be delivered instantly as a QR code.
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This eSIM provides data access only. It does not include a Taiwan phone number. Use WhatsApp, FaceTime, or Signal for calls.
Set up the eSIM at home over Wi-Fi before your trip. Data only starts counting once you connect to a local network on arrival.
Mobile hotspot is available on most Taiwan plans. Share your data with a laptop or travel companion without extra cost.
Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Most iPhones from 2018 and flagship Android phones from 2020 support eSIM.
Your QR code is emailed the moment your payment completes โ no waiting, no shipping, no airport queue.
How to install your Taiwan eSIM
Note for Taiwan: Install before landing at TPE. Chunghwa Telecom offers the widest coverage including Taroko and east coast areas.
Full install guide with screenshots โLove the price? The savings don't stop when you land home.
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