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If you’re going to Taiwan to do a business deal, it helps to have an introduction through a government office or some other contact that does business with the other party. At least for the first meeting, modest, conservative dress is in order. This typically means dark wool suits and ties despite the country being tropical. Short sleeves are acceptable in summer.
There has been an attempt to introduce island wear (bright floral shirts) as acceptable business attire in summer but this has by no means caught on with everyone.
You don’t need us to tell you that Taiwan is a popular place to teach English. The market is no longer a seller’s, and wages have stagnated for 10 years (while the NT has lost 20% value) but you can still make a good living here and save money to pay off loans or travel. To find out the latest on visas, regulations, costs, salaries and so on, check out the local expat sites www.forumosa.com and www.tealit.com.
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