2026 Electric Scooter Subsidies in Taipei and New Taipei

Purchasing TES-certified electric scooters in 2026 qualifies riders for three tiers of government subsidies. Simply buying a new electric scooter grants combined subsidies between NT$11,000 and NT$18,000 (11,000 至 18,000 元). When combined with scrapping old fuel motorcycles or claiming low-income/childcare bonuses, maximum total subsidies reach NT$19,000 to NT$28,000 (19,000 至 28,000 元)! Dealerships typically handle online applications, wiring funds directly into the buyer account.

Three-Tier Subsidy Architecture: MOEA, MOENV, and Local Dep

In 2026, purchasing an electric scooter in Taiwan qualifies riders for three tiers of government purchase subsidies, combining central industrial grants, environmental carbon incentives, and municipal trade-in top-ups:

Subsidy Source	Subsidy Scope and Vehicle Classification	Standard Subsidy Amount (New Purchase)	Trade-In Scrap Bonus (Scrapping Old Gas Scooter)
Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) Industrial Development Bureau	TES-certified heavy-duty and light-duty electric scooters (Taiwan-wide)	Heavy/Light Duty: NT$7,000; Small Light Duty: NT$5,100	Same as new purchase (dealership applies on behalf of buyer)
Ministry of Environment (MOENV)	Vehicle scrappage reward + Carbon reduction & air pollution matchmaking platform	None (Trade-in only)	Scrappage reward NT$300 + Carbon reduction offset NT$1,000 to NT$2,000 (scrapping gas scooters aged 7 years or older; 7 年以上)
Taipei City Environmental Protection Department	Taipei registered residents purchasing approved electric scooters	New purchase bonus: approximately NT$4,000 to NT$10,000	Trade-in bonus: approximately NT$9,000 to NT$19,000 (including early bird, low-income, or young family bonuses)
New Taipei City Environmental Protection Department	New Taipei registered residents purchasing approved electric scooters	New purchase bonus: approximately NT$4,000 to NT$10,000	Old gas scooter trade-in: approximately NT$9,000 to NT$19,000 (including double-trade-in and regional carbon bonuses)

Review vehicle tax cycles in our license tax and fuel fee guide, and roadside parking discounts in our roadside parking payment guide.

Comparison of Electric Scooter Subsidies in Taipei and New Taipei

Municipal subsidy terms diverge across administrative boundaries, requiring applicants to verify household registration and vehicle age eligibility:

Comparison Category	Taipei City Environmental Protection Department	New Taipei City Environmental Protection Department
Applicant Household Registration Requirement	At least 18 years of age (18 歲), registered in Taipei City for at least 1 full year prior to invoice date.	At least 18 years of age (18 歲), registered in New Taipei City for at least 1 full year prior to application date.
New Purchase Local Subsidy	Heavy/Light duty subsidy approximately NT$4,000 to NT$10,000 (adjusted per green energy programs).	Heavy/Light duty subsidy approximately NT$4,000 (early-bird or double-trade-in grants thousands extra).
Trade-In Scrap Local Subsidy	Scrapping old fuel motorcycles yields local subsidies of approximately NT$9,000 to NT$13,000 (9,000～13,000 元).	Scrapping Phase 1-4 or 10-year-old gas motorcycles (10 年以上) yields NT$9,000 to NT$10,000 (9,000～10,000 元) plus early bird top-ups.
Special Status Top-Up Programs	Families with children under 6 years of age, living-alone seniors, and low-income households receive extra bonuses.	Early bird quotas, double scrappage bonuses (retiring 2 old bikes for 1 EV), and low-income additions.

Long-Term Tax Benefits and Application Precautions

In addition to upfront cash subsidies, electric scooter owners enjoy recurring statutory tax advantages:

Exemption from Vehicle License Tax and Fuel Fees: Under statutory regulations, pure electric scooters are exempt from Vehicle License Tax through December 31, 2029 (2029 年 12 月 31 日), and bear zero fuel user fees permanently.
Quota Limitations and Annual Deadlines: Local environmental protection department subsidy budgets are capped annually; subsidies operate on a first-come, first-served basis until allocated funds are exhausted.
Subsidized Vehicle Retention Periods: Beneficiaries are legally prohibited from transferring or reselling subsidized electric scooters within 1 to 2 years of receipt; unauthorized transfers prompt administrative clawbacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long After Purchasing Does Subsidy Disbursement Take?

MOEA and environmental subsidies typically process within 1 to 3 months following submission, with funds wired directly into applicant bank accounts.

Can Past Recipients of Fuel or E-Bike Subsidies Reapply in 2026?

Yes. However, individuals who previously claimed central or local subsidies for the identical scrappage vehicle cannot claim duplicative trade-in awards. If you only received fuel bike subsidies in the past, you can still claim the MOEA NT$7,000 (or NT$5,100) grant.

Must Old Vehicles Be Scrapped Before Buying New Electric Scooters?

Scrappage of the old gasoline scooter and registration of the new electric scooter must occur within the identical calendar year, usually within 6 months of each other.

Can Subsidized Vehicles Be Transferred or Sold Immediately?

No. Subsidized electric scooters must remain registered under the applicant for at least 1 year (or 2 years depending on municipal guidelines) to avoid subsidy recovery.

Sources

MOEA Industrial Development Bureau: Electric Scooter Industry Portal (verified 2026-11-01): TES vehicle certification standards, NT$7,000 and NT$5,100 grant criteria, and dealer application protocols.
Taipei City Environmental Protection Department: Electric Scooter Subsidy Portal: Taipei trade-in quotas, low-income top-ups, and online submission rules.
New Taipei City Environmental Protection Department: Electric Vehicle Subsidy Portal: New Taipei trade-in regulations, remote zone subsidies, and household verification guidelines.