Pineapple cakes (brands like Chia Te or SunnyHills ), Alishan Oolong tea, and unique regional snacks are staple souvenirs [27, 32]. Customs & Duty Exemptions
Foreign visitors can claim a refund on purchases made at authorized "Tax Refund Shopping" stores [18]. Taiwan Duty Shopping
Most major malls, like Taipei 101 or the Eslite Spectrum bookstores, have dedicated counters to process the refund on-site [24, 32]. Pineapple cakes (brands like Chia Te or SunnyHills
Each traveler aged 20+ can bring in 1 liter of alcohol , 200 cigarettes , and other personal items totaling up to NTD 35,000 in value [6, 15]. Each traveler aged 20+ can bring in 1
Taiwan has a zero-tolerance policy for bringing in any meat products (including jerky or processed snacks), with immediate fines starting at NTD 200,000 [22].
When entering or leaving Taiwan, be aware of standard duty-free limits:
Ximending is the go-to for trendy apparel and local streetwear, while Wufenpu offers a vast wholesale clothing market for those looking for a bargain adventure [23, 24].