Manners in Taiwan

Learn about cultural etiquette and manners of this country

Asia / Eastern Asia

Greetings

  • Handshake
  • Light bow
  • Presenting business cards with both hands

Etiquette

  • Introduce elders first and use respectful titles
  • Many households remove shoes indoors
  • Gifts are preferred in even numbers; the number 4 is avoided
  • Do not stick chopsticks upright in a bowl
  • In Taoist temples, enter from the left and exit from the right
  • During Lunar New Year, families gather and companies distribute red envelopes
  • Exchange business cards with both hands and review carefully
  • Leaving food on the plate during meals can imply "not enough"
  • Eating and drinking are prohibited in certain public transportation areas
  • Be cautious of scooters when crossing streets

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