Using an iPhone 13 in Taiwan: eSIM Setup & Internet Guide
🇹🇼 iPhone 13 works in Taiwan
- ✓ Fully compatible with Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, FarEasTone
- ✓ eSIM installs in 2 minutes — no SIM swap needed
- ✓ Supports 1 active eSIM — keep your home SIM active
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iPhone 13 compatibility in Taiwan
Network band compatibility
iPhone 13 supports LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42. Covers B19 for Japan NTT Docomo rural and B20 for Europe. Sub-6GHz 5G. No mmWave outside US.
SIM configuration
iPhone 13 has one nano-SIM slot and one eSIM — both active simultaneously for dual SIM. All markets include a physical SIM tray. This was the last iPhone generation sold with a physical SIM in all regions.
Active eSIMs
1
Stored profiles
Up to 20
Physical SIM
Yes
Carrier lock risk
None
How to install your Taiwan eSIM on iPhone 13
Complete these steps at home over Wi-Fi before your flight. Takes 2–3 minutes.
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Go to Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM
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Tap "Use QR Code" and scan the QR code from your LTE.app order
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Follow the on-screen prompts to complete eSIM setup
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Label the new plan (e.g., "Travel Data") for easy switching
- 5
Set the new eSIM as your primary data plan when you arrive
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After landing in Taiwan, go to Settings and switch on your LTE.app eSIM line. Your phone connects to Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, FarEasTone automatically.
What happens when you land in Taiwan
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Install your eSIM on iPhone 13 before your trip
Scan the QR code from your LTE.app order at home over Wi-Fi. Takes 2–3 minutes. Your home SIM stays active and untouched throughout.
- 2
Land at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
After your flight, disable Airplane Mode. Open Settings → Cellular and enable your LTE.app eSIM line.
- 3
Connect to Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, FarEasTone
Your iPhone 13 automatically connects to Taiwan's LTE network. Taiwan has excellent LTE nationwide. Taipei is extremely well covered. The East Coast (Taroko Gorge, Hualien), Alishan mountain area, and Sun Moon Lake all have good coverage. Remote mountain hiking trails above 3,000m may have gaps.
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Maps, messaging, and apps work immediately
Navigation, translation, ride-hailing, and messaging apps all work the moment you exit the arrivals hall — no queuing, no SIM swap.
Roaming vs eSIM in Taiwan: cost comparison
Roaming your home carrier in Taiwan costs significantly more than a local eSIM.
Taiwan is an expensive roaming destination from US and EU carriers — $10–15/day is typical.
Taiwan stands out globally for its airport SIM convenience. Chunghwa Telecom's vending machines at TPE arrivals are fast, no-registration, and well-priced. An LTE.app Taiwan eSIM is comparable in cost and activates before landing. For eSIM-compatible phones, the eSIM wins on speed. For non-eSIM phones, the airport vending machine is the best option globally.
LTE coverage in Taiwan for iPhone 13 users
Taiwan uses LTE bands 1, 3, 7, 28, and 42. Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile, and FarEasTone all provide excellent national LTE and 5G coverage.
Taiwan has excellent LTE nationwide. Taipei is extremely well covered. The East Coast (Taroko Gorge, Hualien), Alishan mountain area, and Sun Moon Lake all have good coverage. Remote mountain hiking trails above 3,000m may have gaps.
Frequently asked questions — iPhone 13 in Taiwan
Is the iPhone 13 compatible with Taiwan's mobile network?
Yes. iPhone 13 supports LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42. Covers B19 for Japan NTT Docomo rural and B20 for Europe. Sub-6GHz 5G. No mmWave outside US. Taiwan uses LTE Taiwan uses LTE bands 1, 3, 7 — all supported by the iPhone 13.
Can I keep my home SIM active while using a Taiwan eSIM on my iPhone 13?
Yes. The iPhone 13 supports nano-SIM + eSIM. Your physical SIM stays active for calls. Set the LTE.app Taiwan eSIM as your data line in Settings → Cellular (iOS) or SIM Manager (Android).
When should I install the Taiwan eSIM on my iPhone 13?
Install it at home over Wi-Fi before your flight. The process takes 2–3 minutes using the QR code from your LTE.app order. Taiwan requires the eSIM to be installed before arrival in some cases — never wait until you land. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport has free Wi-Fi if you forget, but pre-install is strongly recommended.
How many eSIM profiles can I store on my iPhone 13?
The iPhone 13 can store up to 20 eSIM profiles, with 1 active at once. You can buy and install eSIMs for multiple countries in advance and switch between them without deleting old ones.
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