Taiwan · Safety report last updated
As of July 2026, Taipei scores 85/100 on the IsMyTripSafe composite safety index — verdict: yes — very safe. Yes — Taipei is one of the safest major cities in Asia for travelers. The main risks for visitors are pickpocketing (moderate risk) and tourist-targeted scams.
Safety Report
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Taiwan · Assessed 28 July 2026
85
/ 100
Safer than ~92% of countries
What drives this score
01 · Official Guidance
No advisory against travel
“The UK does not recognise Taiwan as a state and has no diplomatic relations with Taiwan, so limited support is available to British nationals. Please refer to the British Office in Taipei for further information.”
Updated 2026-07-13T08:20:06Z
Full advisory →Exercise normal security precautions
“Canada's official risk level for Taiwan: exercise normal security precautions.”
Updated 2026-07-29T14:31:46.2003107-04:00
Full advisory →02 · Evidence Signals
Mugging & robbery risk
City SignalCity Web Research
Pickpocketing & theft risk
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Visitor safety sentiment
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Urban scale factor
City SignalCity Geocoding
Homicide rate
Robbery / mugging
LowArmed or violent robbery against tourists is extremely rare; most incidents involve petty theft in isolated areas.
Pickpocketing
ModeratePickpocketing is common in crowded MRT stations, night markets and tourist attractions; keep valuables secure.
03 · Environment
04 · Institutions
05 · Field Research
Traveller sentiment score
Mostly positive
87/100
Recent traveler forums and surveys indicate visitors generally feel safe walking during daylight; nighttime comfort drops slightly in busy night‑market zones.
Yes — Taipei is one of the safest major cities in Asia for travelers.
The multi‑database profile rates Taipei as VERY SAFE (composite index 89/100) and the crowdsourced crime index is low (16.6/100). Official government advisories ask only normal security precautions, and visitor‑reported feeling walking alone after dark is 91.4%. Pickpocketing is the most common risk, concentrated around major train stations and night markets; robbery is rare and generally non‑violent.
Recent developments
Common scams
Full briefing
Safety Briefing
Taipei is rated VERY SAFE by a composite index of 89 / 100 and scores higher than 95 % of countries worldwide. The crowdsourced Numbeo crime index of 16.6 / 100 reflects low levels of reported crime, and 91 % of locals say they feel safe walking alone after dark. Official travel advisories from Canada and the UK ask only that visitors “exercise normal security precautions,” confirming that no extraordinary risks are recognized.
The most salient safety concern for travelers is pickpocketing, which clusters around the heavily trafficked MRT stations (e.g., Taipei Main Station, Zhongxiao Xinsheng) and bustling night markets such as Shilin and Ximending. While violent robbery is extremely rare, petty theft can occur when crowds are dense, so keep wallets in front pockets and use anti‑theft bags. Licensed taxis and reputable ride‑share apps should always be used; unlicensed cabs sometimes overcharge or employ “short‑change” scams.
Recent news from the live dossier highlights a few incidents that could affect visitors indirectly. In April 2026 a fatal bus accident involving a mainland Chinese tour group prompted Taiwan to keep its ban on such tours, meaning most organized group travel from the mainland remains limited. In May 2026 and July 2026, large protests erupted in Taipei over defence‑budget cuts and food‑safety scandals; these demonstrations were peaceful but occasionally turned confrontational near the Legislative Yuan, so it is wise to avoid large gatherings and follow local news updates. No active disaster alerts exist, and air quality remains moderate (US AQI 79), though summer heat can reach 36 °C, so stay hydrated.
Overall, visitors report a mostly positive sense of security during daylight hours, with a modest dip in comfort after dark in crowded night‑market zones. By using licensed transportation, safeguarding personal items in busy areas, and steering clear of protest sites, travelers can enjoy Taipei’s many attractions with minimal safety concerns.
06 · Neighbourhoods
Our field research rated 5 Taipei districts for visitors: 3 safer, 2 needing caution. See them plotted on the Taipei safety map.
ZhongzhengcautionBusy commercial centre; stay alert after dark and avoid poorly lit streets
XinyicautionNightlife hub; pickpocketing risk rises after midnight
Da’ansaferResidential area with many expats and low crime rates
NeihusaferQuiet suburban district with minimal incidents
BeitousaferTourist‑friendly area with good infrastructure and low crime
07 · After Dark
91% of people in Taiwan say they feel safe walking alone at night in their area (UN SDG survey, 2020).
Armed or violent robbery against tourists is extremely rare; most incidents involve petty theft in isolated areas.
After dark, be most careful around Zhongzheng, Xinyi. Stick to busy, well-lit streets and licensed taxis or ride-hail late at night.
08 · Questions
Yes — Taipei is one of the safest major cities in Asia for travelers. The multi‑database profile rates Taipei as VERY SAFE (composite index 89/100) and the crowdsourced crime index is low (16.6/100). Official government advisories ask only normal security precautions, and visitor‑reported feeling walking alone after dark is 91.4%. Pickpocketing is the most common risk, concentrated around major train stations and night markets; robbery is rare and generally non‑violent. (Assessed 28 July 2026.)
Safety is not one number, and this Taipei report does not pretend it is: the score is re-weighted for who is travelling. A woman travelling alone, a family with children and a solo backpacker face different street-level risks, so the headline score shifts and the report leads with the findings that matter for that group. Personalize this report in one click to see the 2026 score and safety briefing for your specific travellers.
Zhongzheng (after dark); Xinyi (after dark). See the district-by-district safety map.
Taipei ranks #5 of 5 Taiwan destinations we've assessed, scoring 85/100. See the Taiwan safety overview for the full list.
The score blends 8+ public data sources — government advisories, UNODC/World Bank crime statistics, FBI crime data for U.S. cities, WHO health data, live air quality and disaster alerts — with AI field research over current local reporting. The databases carry the bulk of the weight; the traveller-sentiment score from field research carries the rest. Full methodology.
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