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Taiwan launches repeat‑visitor incentive offering travel credit draws
Taiwan has introduced the ‘Return to Taiwan, Double Your Luck’ incentive, giving eligible repeat visitors a chance to win NT$5,000 travel credit (plus NT$3,000 for a companion) from 10 October 2026 through 31 March 2027. The scheme targets travelers who entered Taiwan on or after 1 January 2023 and requires registration before arrival.
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At a glance
- What changes
- New repeat‑visitor incentive offering travel‑credit lucky draw
- Timing
- Program runs from 10 October 2026 to 31 March 2027
- Who is affected
- Eligible repeat visitors, their companions and qualifying conference participants
The details
- Announced by
- Taiwan Tourism Administration
- Takes effect
- 10 October 2026
- New rule
- The Return to Taiwan, Double Your Luck programme lets eligible travelers register for a draw to receive NT$5,000 travel credit, with an additional NT$3,000 possible for a qualifying companion, subject to funding and registration conditions.
Program Overview
Taiwan’s Tourism Administration has launched a repeat‑visitor scheme called Return to Taiwan, Double Your Luck. The initiative provides a lucky‑draw opportunity where participants can win a NT$5,000 travel credit. If a registered visitor travels with an eligible friend or relative, that companion may receive an extra NT$3,000, creating a potential combined benefit of NT$8,000.
- The programme started on 10 October 2026 and will continue until 31 March 2027, pending available funding.
Eligibility and Registration
To qualify, travelers must have entered Taiwan on or after 1 January 2023. Registration must occur between seven and ninety days before the intended arrival date, and all applicants must meet the detailed eligibility criteria set by the Tourism Administration.
- Companions can join the draw only if they satisfy separate eligibility conditions.
- Registration is free but requires proof of prior entry and a valid passport.
Related Travel Benefits
In addition to the credit draw, the administration offers complimentary Taiwan PASS benefits to eligible international conference and exhibition participants. This complimentary pass programme runs from September 2026 through March 2027. Independent travelers may also purchase a paid Taiwan PASS High Speed Rail Edition for NT$2,800, which includes a three‑day high‑speed rail pass and selected local transport options.
- The paid PASS provides convenient rail travel across major western corridor cities.
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Travelers planning a return visit after 1 January 2023 should align their arrival date with the 7‑90‑day registration window.
- Visitors who book now can still register later, provided their travel falls within the programme dates.
Cost and documents
- There is no fee to enter the travel‑credit draw, but a valid passport and evidence of a prior Taiwan entry are required.
- Purchasing the paid Taiwan PASS costs NT$2,800 and includes a three‑day rail pass.
What you need to do
- Register for the incentive between seven and ninety days before arrival through the official portal.
- Confirm that the last Taiwan entry occurred on or after 1 January 2023.
- If traveling with a companion, ensure they also meet the separate eligibility rules and register.
Who this affects
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Repeat visitors entered after 1 Jan 2023
They meet the core eligibility condition for the travel‑credit lucky draw.
What to do Must register within the 7‑90‑day window before each trip.
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Companion of eligible repeat visitor
They may qualify for an additional NT$3,000 credit if they meet separate criteria.
What to do Should also register and provide required documentation.
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International conference and exhibition participants
They are eligible for complimentary Taiwan PASS benefits under a separate programme.
What to do Need to present proof of conference or exhibition participation to receive the pass.
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Independent travelers purchasing Taiwan PASS
The paid High Speed Rail Edition offers rail and local transport benefits.
What to do Can buy the pass for NT$2,800 and use it during their stay.
Frequently asked questions
What is Taiwan's Return to Taiwan, Double Your Luck program?
It is a repeat‑visitor incentive that lets eligible travelers enter a lucky draw for a NT$5,000 travel credit, with a possible additional NT$3,000 for a qualifying companion, running from 10 October 2026 to 31 March 2027.
When does the travel credit incentive start and end?
The programme began on 10 October 2026 and is scheduled to run until 31 March 2027, subject to funding availability.
Who can qualify for the NT$5,000 travel credit?
Any international traveller who entered Taiwan on or after 1 January 2023 and registers between seven and ninety days before their arrival can enter the draw.
How do I register for the incentive?
Registration is free and must be completed online between seven and ninety days prior to arrival, with proof of a prior Taiwan entry and a valid passport.
What is the Taiwan PASS and who can get it for free?
The Taiwan PASS is a transport pass; eligible international conference and exhibition participants can receive it complimentary between September 2026 and March 2027, while other travelers may purchase the High Speed Rail Edition for NT$2,800.
Is there any cost to join the travel credit draw?
No, entering the lucky draw does not require a fee, but participants must provide documentation of a prior visit and meet the registration timeline.
