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Money & payments in Taiwan — what locals actually use

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19 picksUpdated May 4, 2026

Quick answer

Cards work in most places in Taiwan, but check which local wallet and contactless method are actually accepted before you arrive. Always carry a small amount of cash as backup.

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Apps, websites and services we've vetted for money & payments in Taiwan.

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Wise (formerly TransferWise)

Wise (formerly TransferWise)

A global technology company that facilitates international money transfers and offers insights on corporate taxation for international expansion in Belgium.

Line Pay

A mobile payment service deeply integrated with the popular Line messaging app, widely used for daily transactions in Taiwan.

Revolut

Revolut

Revolut, primarily a financial super app, also offers eSIM plans for prepaid data in Mozambique and other countries, integrated within its banking services.

Jko Pay (街口支付)

A leading independent mobile payment platform in Taiwan, offering a wide range of services.

Jko Pay (街口支付)

A leading Taiwanese mobile payment app offering a wide range of daily payment solutions, including P2P transfers and bill payments.

Taiwan Pay (台灣Pay)

Taiwan Pay (台灣Pay)

A government-backed mobile payment platform promoted by Taiwanese banks, offering QR code payments and ATM services.

PayPal

A widely used online payment system for secure purchases and sending money.

EasyCard (悠遊付悠遊卡)

EasyCard (悠遊付悠遊卡)

While primarily a physical public transport card, the EasyCard also offers a mobile payment app (YouYouPay) for various day-to-day purchases.

EasyCard (悠遊卡)

Taiwan's most prevalent contactless smart card for public transport, now with a mobile app for management and NFC payments.

Pi Wallet (拍錢包)

Pi Wallet (拍錢包)

Pi Wallet is a mobile payment service known for its integrations with FamilyMart convenience stores and various online shopping platforms.

EasyCard (悠遊付)

EasyCard (悠遊付)

The digital wallet extension of the widely used EasyCard for public transportation, now expanding into general retail payments.

PX Pay (全聯PX Pay)

PX Pay (全聯PX Pay)

The mobile payment app for Pxmart (全聯福利中心), Taiwan's largest supermarket chain.

Western Union

Western Union

Another major global player for international money transfers, offering services for sending and receiving funds.

XE Money Transfer

XE Money Transfer

International money transfers and currency conversion.

PX Pay (全支付)

The mobile payment app for PX Mart, Taiwan's largest supermarket chain, offering payments, loyalty points, and exclusive discounts.

Apple Pay

Apple Pay

A mobile payment and digital wallet service by Apple, allowing users to make secure payments in stores, apps, and on the web with their Apple devices.

Google Pay

Google Pay

A digital wallet platform and online payment system developed by Google to power in-app, online, and in-person contactless purchases on mobile devices.

icash Pay (愛金付)

icash Pay (愛金付)

A mobile payment service linked to the popular icash card, primarily used at 7-Eleven and other unified-commerce stores in Taiwan.

Remitly

An online remittance service specializing in secure and fast international money transfers, with options for bank deposit or cash pickup in Angola.

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