Safety

Although Taiwan is considered a medium risk location for crime, the overall violent crime rate in Taiwan remains relatively low.  Travelers should avoid business establishments such as massage parlors, illegal 'barbershops', and illegal 'nightclubs' because many of these establishments are run by criminals and are located in high crime areas.

In contrast to their counterparts, legal barbershops prominently display the usual grooming services.  Illegal nightclubs have no advertisement and are publicized by word of mouth only. 

Public transportation, including the buses and the subway, is generally safe in Taiwan, but women should exercise caution when traveling alone in taxis late at night. 

In the past few years there have been several incidents of violence committed by taxi drivers against solitary female passengers.  In several parts of Taiwan, incidents of purse snatching by thieves on motorcycles have been reported.