2026 Domestic Travel Subsidies Are Here! Eligible Travelers Can Claim Up to NT$10,000 – Full List of Qualifications, Regional Incentives, and Application Details

With the summer travel season in full swing, although the central government’s domestic travel subsidy program led by the Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation is scheduled to officially launch in September, many local governments have already rolled out their own incentive programs to attract tourists to travel earlier. From hotel discounts and check-in rewards to cross-county consumption vouchers, car giveaways, and group travel subsidies, the range of offerings is diverse. To date, New Taipei City, Taichung City, Changhua County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Pingtung County, and Taitung County have all introduced tourism incentive measures, with subsidies reaching up to NT$10,000! Below is a comprehensive overview of each region’s subsidy details, eligibility criteria, activity periods, and important notes.

2026 Domestic Travel Subsidy Overview by County/City

| City/County | Subsidy Details | Eligible Travelers | Status | |---|---|---|---| | New Taipei City | NT$1,000 hotel voucher upon completing designated check-in tasks | Independent travelers | Ongoing | | Taichung City | NT$5,000 Changhua voucher for spending over NT$500 | General travelers | Ongoing | | Changhua County | NT$5,000 Taichung voucher for spending over NT$500 | General travelers | Ongoing | | Tainan City | 3rd night free for weekday stays of 3 consecutive nights; up to 1,100 LINE Points | Independent travelers | Ongoing | | Kaohsiung Coastal Route | Up to NT$4,500 transportation subsidy for group tours | Group travelers | Ending soon | | Kaohsiung–Matsu | Up to NT$10,000 subsidy per group | Group travelers | Ongoing | | Pingtung County | Eligible for prize draws upon spending over NT$1,000 on accommodation | General travelers | Ongoing | | Taitung County | NT$2,500 discount for 5 consecutive nights | Independent & corporate groups | Independent traveler quota full |

New Taipei City: Earn NT$1,000 Hotel Voucher by Completing Designated Check-in Routes

The New Taipei City Government has launched the "115 Up the Mountain, Down to the Sea: E-Stay in New Taipei Check-in Fun" campaign, which began on July 20. The initiative features 14 themed travel routes connecting approximately 70 attractions, including popular landmarks such as Yehliu, Jiufen, Tamsui Riverside, and the Danjiang Bridge.

Travelers who complete at least one designated check-in task according to the campaign rules will receive a NT$1,000 New Taipei Coin hotel voucher and one chance to enter a prize draw.

### How to Participate

- Download the "My New Taipei City" app - Apply for advanced membership - Activate the app wallet after approval - Complete at least one designated check-in route

Note: Advanced membership requires manual review, typically taking 3–5 business days. Processing may take longer during peak application periods, so travelers are advised to apply early.

### Subsidy Details

- NT$1,000 New Taipei Coin hotel voucher - One prize draw entry

An initial 8,000 vouchers are expected to be distributed and can be used until December 31, 2027. If all vouchers in a batch are claimed, applicants must wait for the next release. The total prize pool is valued at approximately NT$5 million, with each person eligible for one prize. However, completing multiple check-in routes increases the number of draw entries.

Taichung × Changhua: Spend NT$500 to Receive NT$5,000 Cross-County Voucher

Starting July 1, Taichung City and Changhua County jointly launched the "Taichung-Changhua Industrial Collaboration: Mutual Tourist Incentive Program," encouraging cross-county visits through regional cooperation.

Visitors who spend at least NT$500 in a single transaction at designated partner locations can receive a NT$5,000 voucher for the other county. A total of 20,000 vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

### How to Obtain the Voucher

- Spend NT$500 at a designated Changhua location → Receive NT$5,000 Taichung voucher - Spend NT$500 at a designated Taichung location → Receive NT$5,000 Changhua voucher

Vouchers are valid until December 31, 2026.

### Changhua County Partner Sites (17 locations)

- Shuiqili Kitchen & Bath Lifestyle Village - Huaxin MASK Creative Lifestyle Hall - Aiwanse Creative Studio - Fumao Professional Wan Family - Magic Mushroom Tribe Leisure Farm - White Bay (Changhua County Nature Education Center) - Juanmu Senlife Pavilion - Taiwan Glass Museum - School of Cookie - Ribbon King Tourism Factory - Chengmei Cultural Park - Lukang Red Mansion Boutique Hotel - Yuanlin Red Mansion Business Hotel - Taiwan Glove Museum - Xingmai Egg Roll Kingdom - Lehuo Sock Village Museum - Brand’s Health Museum - Xiang’an Car Rental

### Taichung City Partner Sites (14 locations)

- Cardboard King Creative Park - Da Ga Mian Benjia Story Museum - Woodworker Brothers & Sisters Workshop - Bicycle Culture Exploration Center - Acongshi Taro Cultural Hall - Baoxiong Fishing Paradise - Isabel Bakery Tourism Factory - Zhang Lianchang Saxophone Museum - Taiwan Miso Brewing Cultural Hall - Wanwen Food Tourism Factory - Beitun Xin Village Taichung Veterans’ Village Museum - Wufeng Lin Family Gongbaodi Park - Dazhen Feng Umbrella - Taiwan Modern Music Bell Museum

Due to limited voucher availability, organizers recommend early trip planning to avoid missing out.

Tainan City: 3rd Night Free, Up to 1,100 LINE Points

Since May, Tainan City has launched the "Stay in Tainan – Triple Benefits" campaign, partnering with over 30 hotels and accommodations, running until October 31, 2026. This year’s incentives include three major programs: accommodation discounts, LINE Point rebates, and prize draws. Starting in July, the highlight is "3 consecutive weekday nights, 3rd night free," ideal for deep cultural tourism.

### First Benefit: 3rd Night Free for 3 Consecutive Weekday Stays

The current promotion offers a free third night for weekday stays of three consecutive nights at partner hotels. Participating properties include Evergreen Hotel Tainan, Silks Place Tainan, and Tainan Grand Hotel, among over 30 others.

Note: The "Stay One Night, Get One Free" promotion from May to June has ended. The current focus is on the 3-night consecutive stay offer.

### Second Benefit: Up to NT$1,100 Off via Official LINE

Travelers who add Tainan City’s official LINE account (@tainantravels) receive 500 points for accommodation discounts. During the campaign, spending at partner stores in Der Yuanbi, Hulu Pond, or Hutaobi Park earns an additional 200 points per transaction, up to 600 points. Combined with the initial 500, travelers can accumulate up to 1,100 points, redeemable at 88 partner accommodations for weekday stays.

### Third Benefit: Register Accommodation Receipts for Big Prizes

After staying at a licensed accommodation in Tainan, travelers can register their receipts to enter a prize draw. The total prize value exceeds NT$1 million, including:

- Star hotel stay-or-dine packages (worth over NT$150,000) - Home appliances - Dining vouchers - Agricultural specialty products

Each NT$500 spent on accommodation grants one lottery number. Higher spending yields more entries, but receipts cannot be combined.

Kaohsiung–Matsu: Fly Direct from Kaohsiung, Up to NT$10,000 Group Subsidy

Kaohsiung City continues its "Kaohsiung–Matsu Group Travel Subsidy Program," running until March 31, 2027—one of the longest-running local tourism subsidies.

Eligible for legally registered travel agencies, each group must have at least 15 people (excluding infants under 2) and include a direct flight from Kaohsiung to Matsu’s Nangan. Either outbound or return flights qualify.

Qualified groups can apply for up to NT$10,000 in subsidies.

### What Costs Can Be Subsidized?

After approval, subsidy funds can be used for:

- Local dining expenses in Kaohsiung - Round-trip coach transportation - Kaohsiung-to-Matsu flight tickets

Agencies may apply for one or multiple categories based on actual expenses.

### Eligibility Requirements

- Legally registered travel agency - Minimum 15 travelers per group - Itinerary includes Kaohsiung–Matsu Nangan flight - Settlement completed within 30 days after trip

Required documents: itinerary, traveler list, liability insurance proof, invoices/receipts, group photo, and business license copy.

Note: This program targets travel agencies and group tours; independent travelers cannot apply directly.

Kaohsiung Coastal Group Travel Subsidy: Up to NT$4,500 for Groups of 15+

In addition to the Kaohsiung–Matsu program, Kaohsiung also offers a group travel subsidy for its coastal region.

Groups of 15 or more visiting the five coastal districts of Kaohsiung can apply for up to NT$4,500 in coach transportation subsidies.

### Key Details

- Eligible: Groups of 15+ - Subsidy: Up to NT$4,500 for coach fare - Eligible areas: Five coastal districts of Kaohsiung - Deadline: August 31, 2026

With the deadline approaching, eligible agencies and groups should apply promptly.

Pingtung County: Spend NT$1,000 on Accommodation, Enter to Win a Honda Car

Pingtung County’s "Travel & Shop Festival" runs from May 1 to October 31, 2026. While no direct accommodation discounts are offered, guests staying at partner hotels and registering receipts can enter prize draws.

Total prize value exceeds NT$14 million, including:

- 6 Honda cars - iPhone 17 - Electric scooters - 9999 pure gold bars

### Eligibility

Open to ROC ID holders and foreigners with valid residency permits.

### How to Enter

1. Stay at a designated Pingtung accommodation 2. Spend at least NT$1,000 and obtain a receipt 3. Register on the official website with membership and receipt details 4. Wait for monthly public draws

Spending NT$2,000 grants two entries, and so on. Registration deadlines and draw dates are subject to official announcements.

Taitung County: Stay 5 Nights, Get NT$2,500 Off