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How to Ship to Taiwan from the US

Taiwan is a prosperous, tech-forward island with strong demand for US consumer goods, electronics, supplements, food products, and fashion. US brands are well-regarded, and Taiwan has a sophisticated logistics infrastructure. Chunghwa Post (Taiwan's postal service) reliably handles most USPS final-mile deliveries, and the major couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) all have strong Taiwan presence.

Taiwan's commodity tax and customs duties vary by product, but Taiwan VAT (business tax) is 5% on most goods. Personal imports below NTD 2,000 (~$63 USD) are typically duty-free. Commercial imports face category-specific duties (usually 0-20%) plus 5% VAT. The US-Taiwan trade relationship is strong with many US goods entering at preferential rates.

Typical 1 lb cost

$18-$35 USD

Typical transit

4-12 business days

Carrier Options to Taiwan

USPS Priority Mail International

7-12 business days. Final delivery by Chunghwa Post. Reliable service to Taiwan.

DHL Express Worldwide

2-4 business days. Excellent Taiwan coverage. Strong customs handling.

FedEx International Priority

2-4 business days. Major Asia presence. Very reliable to Taipei and other cities.

UPS Worldwide Expedited

3-5 business days. Good for commercial packages and B2B shipments.

Customs Forms Required

CN22 for items under $400 USD. CN23 + commercial invoice for items over $400.

Commonly Prohibited Items

  • ✕Firearms and weapons without ROC government authorization
  • ✕Narcotics and controlled substances
  • ✕Counterfeit goods
  • ✕Certain food products without Taiwan FDA approval
  • ✕Fresh fruits and meats without phytosanitary/veterinary certificates
  • ✕Products that infringe Taiwan intellectual property law

Taiwan-Specific Shipping Tips

  • 💡 Personal imports under NTD 2,000 (~$63 USD) are typically exempt from duties — commercial imports face category duties
  • 💡 Taiwan VAT is only 5% — one of the lowest in Asia for imports
  • 💡 Taiwanese postal codes are 6 digits (expanded from 3-digit in 2020); include the full 6-digit code
  • 💡 Chunghwa Post is reliable — USPS Priority Mail works well for Taiwan
  • 💡 Address in Chinese or English both work; Chinese pinyin transliteration is acceptable on labels

Frequently asked questions

How long does shipping to Taiwan take?
USPS Priority Mail International: 7-12 business days. DHL/FedEx/UPS Express: 2-5 business days. Taiwan customs clearance is typically fast at 1-2 business days.
What is Taiwan's import duty threshold?
Personal imports below NTD 2,000 (~$63 USD) are typically duty-free. Above this, duties depend on product category (0-20% for most goods) plus 5% VAT. Commercial imports follow formal clearance procedures.
Should I write 'Taiwan' or 'Republic of China' on the label?
Use 'Taiwan' on the shipping label — all major carriers route to 'Taiwan' correctly. Do NOT address as 'China' or 'ROC' as this can cause misrouting or delivery issues.
Can I ship food supplements to Taiwan?
Dietary supplements require Taiwan FDA registration for commercial imports. For personal use (small quantities, clearly not commercial), they are often allowed. Include documentation of ingredients. Avoid shipping regulated pharmaceutical substances.
What's the postal code format in Taiwan?
Taiwan expanded to 6-digit postal codes in 2020. The format is XXXXXX (6 digits, sometimes written as XXX-XXX). Include the full 6-digit code. Example: 100001 for Zhongzheng District, Taipei.

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