A Taiwan Guide for Trans Friends: FAQs and Info
1. Is Taiwan a transgender-friendly country?
Overall, Taiwan is an LGBTQ+-friendly country.
Most people will make you feel safe and respected.
However, public understanding of transgender issues still needs improvement.
**Some nightclubs may refuse entry to transgender people or charge based on the sex assigned at birth.
2. Can I bring my gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) medication into Taiwan?
Yes, you can bring your GAHT medication into Taiwan, but there are limits:
Without a prescription: up to 2 months of medication.
With a prescription: up to 6 months.
Over 6 months: an online application is required. More info (Taiwan FDA)
3. Can I see a doctor and get GAHT in Taiwan?
Yes, you can visit a doctor and get GAHT medication even without Taiwan's health insurance.
Bring your prescription and discuss it with the doctor. In Taiwan:
>Trans men usually take injections or use gel
>Trans women usually take pills
Trans Health Resources (in Mandarin)
4. Can I buy GAHT medication or syringes at a pharmacy in Taiwan?
We recommend visiting a doctor for GAHT medication.
However, you can buy syringes and needles at a local pharmacy without a prescription.
5. Are there any transgender community resources in Taiwan?
Taipei https://hotline.org.tw/pagegeneral/2843
Kaohsiung https://hotline.org.tw/pagegeneral/2844
FB group： 熱線跨性別小站
- Crossing Taiwan: Trans foreigners in Taiwan
Email: crossing.taiwan@gmail.com
FB group：Link
- Trif Trans Bar
Trif Facebook
Even if the language is Mandarin, you are always welcome.