Traffic Rules Comparison

Comparing traffic rules Taiwan to Hong Kong

Traffic Rules in Your Home Country (Taiwan)

Driving Direction

Right

Emergency Number

119


Speed Limits

Urban: 50 km/h

Rural: 60-80 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the left is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From NT$1,200 to NT$3,600 depending on severity.

Traffic Rules in Hong Kong

Driving Direction

Left

Emergency Number

999


Speed Limits

Urban: 50 km/h

Rural: 80 km/h

Motorways: 100 km/h

Overtaking

Overtaking on the right is allowed.

Speeding Ticket Price

From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What side of the road do you drive on in Taiwan and Hong Kong?

In Taiwan, you drive on the Right side of the road. In Hong Kong, you drive on the Left side of the road.

How do speed limits compare between Taiwan and Hong Kong?

In Taiwan, urban speed limits are typically 50 km/h, rural limits are 60-80 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h. In Hong Kong, urban speed limits are typically 50 km/h, rural limits are 80 km/h, and motorway limits are 100 km/h.

What are the overtaking rules in Taiwan and Hong Kong?

In Taiwan, Overtaking on the left is allowed. In Hong Kong, Overtaking on the right is allowed.

How do speeding ticket prices compare between Taiwan and Hong Kong?

In Taiwan, From NT$1,200 to NT$3,600 depending on severity. In Hong Kong, From HK$1,500 to HK$3,000 depending on severity.

What are the emergency numbers for Taiwan and Hong Kong?

The emergency number in Taiwan is 119. In Hong Kong, it's 999.