Taiwan flagCurrent Time in Taiwan

Check local time in Taipei and all Taiwan cities. Taiwan uses TST (UTC+8).

Taiwan Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Taipei
👥 Population
24M
💰 Currency
NT$ New Taiwan Dollar
📞 Phone Code
+886
🗣️ Official Languages
Mandarin

🕐 Time Zones in Taiwan

TST (UTC+8)

Taiwan uses Taiwan Standard Time (UTC+8). Taipei is the capital and a major tech manufacturing hub. Taiwan does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Taiwan does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.

🏙️ Major Cities in Taiwan (1 cities)

Taipei
Taipei

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞 Best Time to Call Taiwan

Calling Taiwan from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Taiwan. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

Standard business hours in Taiwan are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️ Time-Related Travel Tips for Taiwan

When traveling to Taiwan, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Taiwan hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Mandarin. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Taiwan

  • •Despite its size, Taiwan uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
  • •The capital Taipei is the political center of Taiwan with a total national population of 24M.
  • •Many Asian countries, including Taiwan, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
  • •Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • •The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Taiwan

Taiwan uses a single time zone (TST (UTC+8)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Taipei serves as the political and often economic center of Taiwan. Major business activities are spread across cities including Taipei.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Taiwan, it's important to consider the time zone difference. TST (UTC+8) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Taiwan.

Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +886.The official language is Mandarin.

🏙️ Cities in TaiwanTaiwan flag

Explore local time in 1 city across Taiwan

Taipei
Taipei

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Taiwan

What time zone is Taiwan in?

Taiwan uses TST (UTC+8). The capital Taipei uses TST (UTC+8).

Does Taiwan observe Daylight Saving Time?

Taiwan does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.

What is the best time to call Taiwan from the US?

Calling Taiwan from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Taiwan. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.

What are typical business hours in Taiwan?

Standard business hours in Taiwan are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.