Visa

Many countries are eligible for the Visa Exemption Program, with a duration of stay of up to 90 days.

In general, you may follow the instructions of the Bureau of Consular Affairs to apply for a visa.

Airport

Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) is the closest airport to the conference venue. However, it has fewer international flights, often requiring a transfer at another major international airport hub in East Asia, such as HKG (Hong Kong), PVG (Shanghai), or NRT (Tokyo Narita).

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is Taiwan’s primary airport and a major hub in Asia. Most travelers enter Taiwan through this airport.

See the details for transportation below for landing at different airports.

From the Airport to the Conference Venue

The conference will take place at National Sun Yat-sen University.

Landed at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • From the airport to the Taoyuan high speed rail (HSR) station (around 18 minutes)
    • Take Taoyuan Metro at the Airport Terminal Station (Terminal 1 (A12) or 2 (A13)) and take off at Taoyuan HSR Station (A18)
    • ❗ Only commuter train will take you to the Taoyuan HSR Station (A18)
    • Payment: Single-journey Ticket, Stored-value Cards (Details will be elaborated in the next section), Credit Card
  • From the Taoyuan HSR Station to Zuoying (Kaohsiung) HSR Station (around 100 to 120 minutes based on the train type)
    • Take Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) at the Taoyuan HSR Station and take off at Zuoying (Kaohsiung) HSR Station.
    • Take any trains bound for the south, the Zuoying (Kaohsiung) HSR Station is the terminal station.
    • Three classes of seats are offered: Standard Car, Business Car, and Non-reserved Seat
      • Standard Car: The most common passenger car.
      • Business Car: Only the 6th car of each train is reserved for business class passengers. Enjoy wider seats and complimentary onboard snacks.
      • Non-Reserved Seat: Tickets are available for on-site purchase only, with minimal discounts. No fixed seat number is assigned; passengers may sit in any vacant seat within designated cars. Typically, cars 10 to 12 are allocated for non-reserved passengers, though additional cars may be available during peak hours. If no seats are available, passengers must stand for an undetermined duration of the journey.
    • ❗ To avoid long lines and ensure a smooth trip, be sure to book your THSR ticket in advance on the official website—especially on weekends when the station is often packed with travelers.
    • Purchase: Online Booking, Ticket Vending Machine, Ticket Window
  • From the Zuoying (Kaohsiung) HSR Station to Hamasen (NSYSU) Station (around 30 minutes)
    • ❗ Please follow the MRT sign in the Zuoying HSR Station
    • Take Kaohsiung Metro at the Zuoying (R16) to Hamasen (O1) station
    • ❗ Transfer Required! You need to transfer within the station from the Red Line to the Orange Line at Formosa Boulevard (R10/O5)
    • Payment: Single-journey Ticket, Stored-value Cards (Details will be elaborated in the next section), Credit Card
  • From the Hamasen Station to the NSYSU (around 15 minutes via the Sizihwan Tunnel)
    • Take the Exit 1 of Hamasen (O1) station for NSYSU
    • Go straight in the same direction as the escalator, then take the Sizihwan Tunnel
    • ❗ On the road, you shall pass several convenience stores and an elementary school. If you’re lost, please consult Maps in your phone
    • The NSYSU is on the other side of the tunnel.

Landed at Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)

  • From the Zuoying (Kaohsiung) HSR Station to Hamasen (NSYSU) Station (around 30 minutes)
    • ❗ Please follow the MRT sign in the Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH)
    • Take Kaohsiung Metro at the Kaohsiung International Airport (R4) to Hamasen (O1) station
    • ❗ Transfer Required! You need to transfer within the station from the Red Line to the Orange Line at Formosa Boulevard (R10/O5).
    • Payment: Single-journey Ticket, Stored-value Cards (Details will be elaborated in the next section), Credit Card
  • From the Hamasen Station to the NSYSU (around 10 minutes via the Sizihwan Tunnel)
    • Take the Exit 1 of Hamasen (O1) station for NSYSU
    • Go straight in the same direction as the escalator takes you up, then take the Sizihwan Tunnel.
    • ❗ On the road, you shall pass several convenience stores and an elementary school. If you’re lost, please consult Maps in your phone.
    • The NSYSU is on the other side of the tunnel.

Stored-value Card (iPass and EasyCard)

If you don’t like to bring changes with you, you may consider purchasing an iPass card or an EasyCard.

  • iPass or EasyCard allows you to add value to the card and use it in public transportation systems (metro systems, buses, public bikes, railroad, etc.) and make purchases in convenience stores and various places.
  • Each card is 100 NTD (non-refundable and not for making purchases). You may get refund for your added value if you decide to close the card. (iPass refund; EasyCard refund)
  • You may get the card in various places. (Where to buy iPass; Where to buy EasyCard)
  • Two cards are issued by different companies. However, if a service allows you to use one card to pay, it usually allows you to use the other card. They are almost indistinguishable.

Maps

Convenience public transportations are available almost everywhere.