Moving to Hong Kong from Taiwan
What to Expect
Considering a move from Taiwan to Hong Kong? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Taiwan to Hong Kong, you would find that Hong Kong is 94.8% more expensive than Taiwan overall. A NT$2,357,010 salary in Taiwan would need to be roughly HK$1,077,980 in Hong Kong to maintain the same lifestyle. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.
How Far Will Your Money Go?
A breakdown of how everyday costs differ between Taiwan and Hong Kong.
What does your salary buy?
NT$2,357,010 → HK$1,077,980
To maintain the same standard of living in Hong Kong
Calculate with your salary →How key spending categories compare
Restaurants
pay 49.2% more
Groceries
pay 11.6% more
Transportation
pay 94.7% more
Housing
pay 3.9 times more
Childcare
pay 66.7% more
Entertainment and Sports
pay 2.3 times more
Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Hong Kong compared to Taiwan.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
the highest marginal rate on personal income
Hong Kong generally does better on employment & economy, though Taiwan leads in unemployment rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
Hong Kong performs significantly better than Taiwan across all family life metrics.
Data: Taxation Administration, Ministry of Finance, R.O.C., The World Factbook
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan and Hong Kong. To live, work, or study long-term in Hong Kong, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Hong Kong's immigration authority.
Taiwan passport holder visiting Hong Kong
Visa Required
Hong Kong passport holder visiting Taiwan
Electronic Travel AuthorisationData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it cheaper to live in Hong Kong than Taiwan?
On average Hong Kong is around 83% pricier than Taiwan, with notable variation by city.
How much money do I need to move to Hong Kong?
Budget about HK$269,495 for 3 months in Hong Kong (based on a NT$2,357,010 comparable annual salary), then add the one-off costs: flights, shipping, rental deposit, visa fees.
Can I work remotely from Hong Kong?
From major Hong Kong cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Hong Kong are what actually decide it long-term.
What language do they speak in Hong Kong?
The official languages in Hong Kong are Chinese and English. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.
