New Motorcycle Training Subsidy Launched! One City Offers a 2,600 NTD Cash Bonus – Eligibility and Application Guide

To comprehensively enhance motorcycle riders' traffic safety awareness and defensive driving skills, the Tainan City Government has launched the 'Local Enhanced Motorcycle Training Subsidy,' aiming to encourage citizens to undergo complete professional driving training before obtaining their motorcycle license. This year, in addition to the 3,747 subsidy slots provided by the central government, the city has announced an additional 1,000 subsidies, bringing the total number to 4,747. Applicants can receive up to 2,600 NTD. Below is a complete guide on eligibility and application procedures.

Motorcycle Accidents in Tainan Account for 80% of Injuries and Fatalities! Pre-License Training Reduces Violation Risk by 59%

According to the latest statistics from the Ministry of Transportation's Road Safety Information Network, motorcycle-related injuries and fatalities in Tainan City in 2025 accounted for nearly 80% of all traffic accident casualties. As motorcycles offer minimal protection—often described as 'flesh wrapped in metal'—accidents can easily result in severe injuries or fatalities.

Wang Ming-De emphasized that in addition to key prevention strategies such as traffic engineering improvements, targeted enforcement, and segmented public education campaigns, promoting motorcycle training subsidies is an essential incentive. The Department of Transportation hopes to encourage more citizens to adopt the correct habit of 'training first, then riding,' collectively reversing the high casualty rate.

Statistics show that riders who complete motorcycle training before obtaining their license have a 59% lower risk of traffic violations and a 36% lower risk of collision accidents. This demonstrates the significant effectiveness of motorcycle training in improving defensive driving safety for novice riders.

The city government aims to root traffic safety education before licensing, cultivating proper riding techniques, defensive driving, and responsible riding concepts through professional theoretical and practical courses, ensuring every road user can return home safely.

Eligibility for Tainan Motorcycle Training Subsidy

Taiwanese nationals aged 18 or older, or foreign nationals who have held a residence permit for more than six months, are eligible to apply.

Subsidy Amount for Tainan Motorcycle Training

Each applicant can receive up to 2,600 NTD (total of 4,747 slots), including:

- 1,300 NTD from the Ministry of Transportation. - An additional 1,300 NTD from the Tainan City Government.

How to Apply for the Tainan Motorcycle Training Subsidy?

Citizens must enroll through driving schools partnered with the Tainan District Motor Vehicle Office. The driving school will proactively contact applicants, and upon completion of training and passing the license exam, the subsidy will be granted.

Authorized Driving Schools for Tainan Motorcycle Training Subsidy

- Yongkang District: Chenggong, Dawan, Risang, Tongyi. - Guiren District: Zhongshan, Changrong. - Rende District: Da-Tainan. - Annan District: Nankai. - Madou District: Tainan. - Shanhua District: Lailai.