Gold & Silver Price Today in Taiwan
Live prices per tael in TWD
Live gold and silver prices in Taiwan in TWD. Gold karats 24/22/21/18/14K and silver purities 999/925/900 — updated daily.
🥇 Gold Price — Taiwan
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21K Gold — 7-Day Chart (TWD/tael)
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Silver Price Today in Taiwan
Fine 999, Sterling 925 and Coin 900 silver prices in TWD per tael, ounce and kilo. Updated daily from live XAG/USD rates.
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Fine 999 Silver — 7-Day Chart (TWD/tael)
Gold in Taiwan
Taiwan has an active gold market shaped by Chinese cultural traditions, high household savings rates, and a sophisticated financial sector. Gold jewelry is popular for weddings and gifting, while investment bullion bars and coins are widely available through banks and licensed dealers. Prices are quoted in New Taiwan Dollar (TWD) and traditionally expressed per tael (37.799 grams) for wholesale, with gram pricing common at retail.
Local Market Context
Taipei's Dihua Street and the Jiufen area are known for traditional gold shops, while major banks like Mega Bank, Bank of Taiwan, and CTBC sell government-grade bullion bars. Taiwan's gold market is well-regulated by the Financial Supervisory Commission. Gold savings accounts at Taiwanese banks are a popular and accessible investment vehicle for retail investors.
Taxes & Duties on Gold in Taiwan
Taiwan applies a 5% import duty on gold bullion and a 5% business tax (VAT equivalent) on gold products, totaling approximately 10% above international spot for retail purchases. Freshgoldprice.com's prices include both charges. Taiwan's National Taxation Bureau does not levy capital gains tax on gold sales, making it relatively investment-friendly for long-term holders despite the entry-point taxes.
Buying Tips for Taiwan
Bank-sold gold bars (from Bank of Taiwan and Mega Bank) carry the highest credibility and are easily resaleable — check their official branches for daily prices. Jewelry shops offer more flexibility but higher making charges. Verify karat stamps and weight on all pieces. Keep receipts — they are required for resale through licensed channels.
Gold as an Investment in Taiwan
Taiwan's bank-issued gold bars (in standard 1oz, 5oz, and 1 tael sizes) offer the most straightforward investment path. Gold savings accounts (黃金存摺) at major banks allow fractional gold purchases without physical delivery. No capital gains tax on gold sales makes Taiwan relatively favorable for long-term investment, despite the 10% combined duty and VAT on entry.
Gold & Silver Price FAQ — Taiwan
- What is the gold price per gram in Taiwan today?
- The current gold price per gram in Taiwan is shown in the gold table above in TWD, sourced from international XAU/USD spot rates converted to local currency.
- Which gold karat is most popular in Taiwan?
- 24K gold is the primary investment and gift standard in Taiwan; tael-weight (37.799 g) pricing is used. The price is shown in the table above in TWD per tael.
- How are gold karats calculated?
- Pure gold is 24K. Price per tael of each karat = 24K price × (karat ÷ 24). So 24K gold = 100% pure gold.
- What is the silver price per gram in Taiwan today?
- The current silver Fine 999 price per gram in Taiwan is shown in the silver section above in TWD, updated daily from live XAG/USD spot rates.
- What is the difference between Fine 999 and Sterling 925 silver?
- Fine 999 silver is 99.9% pure and is the standard for investment bars and bullion. Sterling 925 is 92.5% silver alloyed with copper, widely used for jewelry and silverware.
- What is a tael of gold in Taiwan?
- A tael equals 37.799 grams — the standard unit for gold pricing in Taiwan.
- Does the gold price in Taiwan include taxes?
- Yes — the displayed price includes 5% import duty and 5% VAT, compounded into the final figure shown above.
- What is a gold savings account (黃金存摺) in Taiwan?
- A gold savings account (黃金存摺) is offered by major Taiwanese banks, allowing customers to buy and hold gold in gram quantities without physical delivery. Prices track international spot with a small spread. Withdrawal in physical gold bars is possible above minimum quantities.
- Is there capital gains tax on gold in Taiwan?
- No. Taiwan does not levy capital gains tax on profits from gold sales. However, a 5% import duty and 5% business tax apply at the point of purchase, creating approximately 10% entry-cost above international spot.
- What karat is most common in Taiwan?
- 24K (純金, 99.9% pure) is the preferred karat for investment pieces and traditional ceremonial gold in Taiwan, following Chinese cultural tradition. 18K is popular for fashion jewelry with diamonds and gemstones.