How do I pay for MRT in Taipei?

To pay for the Taipei MRT, the easiest method is purchasing an EasyCard (stored-value smart card) at any station or convenience store, which can be tapped at gates. Alternatively, buy single-journey tokens at machines (cash only) or use digital wallets (EasyWallet, iPASS) for QR code payments, with direct credit card/mobile pay access expanding in late 2025.

How to pay for MRT in Taipei?

The machines only accept cash coins but you can always change a note into coins at the station. You may also purchase a ticket by the counter. Please swipe your card or token before taking a ride. To ensure everyone enjoys a comfortable and safe ride, smoking is entirely forbidden in all stations.

Can I pay MRT with a credit card?

Just tap your contactless credit or debit card at the MRT fare gate or card reader on buses. For contactless credit or debit cards that come with ez-link/NETS FlashPay functionality, the ez-link/NETS FlashPay function will be the default payment mode for transit.

How to pay for things in Taiwan as a foreigner?

Most places will take credit card with no problem - especially large chains stores or restaurants. Mobile payment systems are also widely accepted. While LinePay is the most popular, ApplePay, Google Wallet, and more are often accepted as well. Even at night market stalls.

How to pay for MRT without card?

Paying for Your Ride

There are several ways to pay for your bus or MRT/LRT rides: contactless bank cards, mobile wallets, stored value cards, concession cards or cash*.

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How to use MRT for foreigners?

Get a Singapore Tourist Pass (STP), a special EZ-Link stored-value card which will allow you unlimited travel for one, two or three days. The Pass can be bought at the SimplyGo Ticket Office at selected MRT stations.

Can I ride MRT without a card?

You won't be able to ride the bus without a cashless card. Therefore, you must purchase the card at Rapid KL customer service office located at all LRT, MRT and Monorail stations or from Touch 'n Go Hubs and selected petrol stations.

Is it better to use cash or card in Taiwan?

The use and acceptance of credit cards in Taiwan is widespread, especially in urban areas, and many outlets accept major credit cards. However, smaller market stalls may not accept credit cards, so it's always a good idea to carry some cash with you.

Should you exchange money before going to Taiwan?

Sterling, US dollars and other foreign currencies are generally not accepted in most places throughout Taiwan, You will find money changers at most banks and major hotels, although it is highly recommended to exchange at least some of your money into TWD when you enter the country.

What happens if I tap in and out with different cards?

What happens if I touch in with one contactless card, and touch out with another on the same journey? It's important that you try to avoid doing this, as you'll be charged a maximum fare on both of your cards. The two separate journeys won't be linked and each one will be recognised as incomplete.

Which credit card is best for MRT?

11 Credit Cards for Public Transport (Bus & MRT) via SimplyGo

• Citi SMRT Card.
• UOB PRVI Miles Visa Card/Mastercard/Amex.
• OCBC Frank Credit Card.
• DBS Live Fresh Card.
• DBS Altitude Visa.
• UOB Lady's Card & UOB Lady's Solitaire Card.
• Maybank Family & Friends Card.
• UOB EVOL Card.

Can I use a credit card on the Taipei MRT?

Taipei, Dec. 7 (CNA) Passengers should be able to enter the Taipei Metro system using credit cards or Apple Pay's Express Contactless Protocol (ECP) beginning in July 2026, Taipei Rapid Transit Corp. (TRTC) confirmed to CNA on Sunday.

How much is one MRT ride in Taipei?

Tickets can be purchased at automatic ticket machines in all MRT stations. A "Single-journey Ticket" costs between NT$20 to NT$65 depending on the distance. A NT$180 "Taipei one-day Pass" purchased from a service booth will allow unlimited travel among all MRT lines within one day.

Is there a Taipei MRT app?

The Go! Taipei Metro App provides a complete route map of the Taipei Metro system, which includes station exit information, train timetables, bus transfers, parking lots, and even nearby YouBike stations to help you travel more easily.

Should I exchange money before I travel?

Even with processing fees, ordering currency from your bank before departure usually saves money compared to exchanging cash after landing. If you absolutely must exchange money in an airport, use a reputable company like Travelex, which is known for fair exchange rates and low markups.

What is the 2/3/4 rule for credit cards?

The 2/3/4 rule for credit cards is a guideline, notably used by Bank of America, that limits how many new cards you can get approved for: no more than two in 30 days, three in 12 months, and four in 24 months, helping manage hard inquiries and credit risk. It's a strategy to space out applications, preventing too many hard pulls on your credit report and helping maintain financial health by avoiding over-extending yourself. 

How do foreigners use MRT?

You can buy trip tokens at each station or get a Touch and Go (TnG) card for convenience. There are several main lines in the city. If you are tourist staying in the Bukit Bintang area, you would start from the Bukit Bintang station (KG18) which is on the MRT Kajang line.

What happens if you forget to tap out MRT?

You will get an error message the next time you try to tap in at the MRT gantry, and have to go to the control station where the staff will ask you where was the last station you alighted and proceed to do the deduction from there.

Why am I seeing a $0.10 charge when paying for public transport?

When you tap your GXS FlexiCard on the fare gantry, a S$0.10 pre-authorisation charge is made to ensure your card is active and ready. Don't worry, this isn't your actual fare. It will be promptly returned once the final transaction details from SimplyGo are processed.