Lost passport in Taipei, Taiwan — Canada traveler guide (2026)
Step-by-step local response and Canada consular guidance for lost passport in Taipei.
Lost passport
What to do first
- 01Recheck the loss site and transport lost-and-found
- 02File with local police and obtain the original report with case number
- 03Call Canadian Trade Office in Taipei and confirm emergency-document requirements
- Emergency
- 110
- Updated
- 2026-09-23
- Nationality
- Canada
Can you fly home the same day after losing a passport in Taipei?
For lost passport in Taipei, Taiwan, confirm the situation on site, preserve evidence, and call the responsible office before travelling across town. The steps below are ordered around the points travelers most often get stuck on.
OFFICIAL COST CHECK
Official document cost and timing
- Document
- Temporary passport or emergency travel document
- Official fee
- Temporary passport CAN$125.75; confirm ETD fee with the mission
- Processing guidance
- Urgency and document type are assessed by the issuing mission
What to budget for: A temporary passport and an emergency travel document are different products. The mission decides which one fits the itinerary and confirms any lost-passport surcharge.
Checked 2026-07-28 · Official source: Government of Canada — Passport fee changes ↗
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⏱Lost passport in Taipei, Taiwan — Canada traveler guide (2026)
Recheck the loss site and transport lost-and-found
File with local police and obtain the original report with case number
Call Canadian Trade Office in Taipei and confirm emergency-document requirements
Confirm issue timing before changing the flight
Prepare documents and photos, then apply for the nationality-specific emergency document
After collection, reconfirm boarding and entry rules with the airline
What to do now
Recheck the loss site and transport lost-and-found
In Taipei, get to a safe place first, then check the loss site, hotel, and transport operator while recording time and location.
File with local police and obtain the original report with case number
Ask the local police or responsible desk for an original document with a case number, then photograph it as backup.
Call Canadian Trade Office in Taipei and confirm emergency-document requirements
Before visiting Canadian Trade Office in Taipei, call to confirm appointment rules, intake cutoff, originals, photo specs, and payment method.
Confirm issue timing before changing the flight
Change flights or lodging only after confirming document timing, and keep every receipt for insurance.
Prepare documents and photos, then apply for the nationality-specific emergency document
Group the required documents, separate originals from copies, and save photos for insurer or authority submission.
After collection, reconfirm boarding and entry rules with the airline
Before leaving Taiwan, reconfirm airline and entry requirements, then complete the full replacement process at home.
Important
Record the report time and case number for passports, cards, or phones, and photograph every document as a backup.
Required documents and evidence
Costs and timing
| Item | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Police | Police reports are normally free |
| Authority / provider | Confirm document, medical, or telecom fees with the official provider |
| Extra travel cost | Keep every receipt for insurance |
Phrase to show locally
🗣 What to say (Mandarin (Taiwan))
我的護照丟了，需要報案證明。
How to pronounce (romanized)
Wǒ de hùzhào diū le, xūyào bàoàn zhèngmíng (I lost my passport. I need a police report certificate).
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Your nationality's responsible authority
Canadian Trade Office in Taipei
This guide uses your government's passport guidance and local official information. Call ahead to reconfirm hours, documents, and fees.
Local police
Zhongzheng First Precinct
- Address:
- Zhongzheng, Taipei
- Phone:
- 02-2381-7494
Patterns repeated in traveler reports
Frequently asked questions
What should I do first?▼
Get to safety, stop payment or account risks, preserve evidence, and obtain a police case number.
What should I confirm before visiting an authority?▼
Check appointments, intake cutoff, originals, photo specifications, and payment method on the official site and by phone.
Nationality-specific verification
What is different for Canada travelers handling Lost passport in Taipei
Canada travelers should confirm the responsible mission's emergency passport or travel document process before crossing town.
Traveler hotline
+1-613-996-8885
Confirm opening status and required documents before traveling to an office.
Local destination context
Taipei, Taiwan
Local emergency number in this guide: 110