ATLife 2027 assistive technology expo, Taipei, May 13-16.
Dates
13–16 May 2027
City / country
Taipei, Taiwan
Venue
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1
Time
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
Event overview
ATLife 2027, Taiwan's largest assistive technology and long-term care exhibition, runs 13-16 May at Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1.
The 2026 edition drew more than 130,000 visits and hosted 210+ exhibitors across 570+ booths showing over 3,000 assistive products.
The four-day show connects mobility, smart care, rehabilitation and senior-living buyers with Taiwanese and international suppliers; online pre-registration is required.
TL;DR
Visitors can compare mobility aids, smart-care systems, prosthetics and rehabilitation equipment in one hall, test products hands-on and meet the Taiwanese makers behind them. The show also gathers government long-term care services, care providers and buyer delegations, making it efficient for sourcing, policy scanning and partner meetings in a single Taipei trip.
Taiwan's super-aged society is expanding demand for assistive and long-term care products, and ATLife puts suppliers in front of distributors, care institutions, clinicians and public buyers. Exhibitors can use the show's B2B matching, government pavilions and consumer footfall to test products, recruit partners and reach both professional and end-user audiences.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
11F, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1, Jingmao 2nd Road, Nangang District, Taipei 115, Taiwan
Entrances & gates
Hall 1 main lobby entrance
Enter from Jingmao 2nd Road and follow ATLife registration signs.
The hall is step-free with lifts to the exhibition floor and accessible toilets; wheelchairs and mobility aids are central to the show, so allow extra space around busy booths.
Food options
Nangang Exhibition Center food court, Xinyi restaurant district
On-site diningParking: Multi-level car parking is available in the exhibition centre complex; use the Jingmao 2nd Road vehicle entrance and keep the ticket for hall-level access. Allow extra time on public visiting days.
Gate: Enter through the Hall 1 ground-floor lobby and follow signs to the ATLife registration and QR-code lanes.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Register online, open Member Center > Admission > Pre-registration and save the admission QR code; scan it at the Hall 1 entrance.
Ticket notes
Admission is by online pre-registration and QR code. The official visitor page does not print a ticket price, so no price is recorded here.
What's on
Ministry of Health and Welfare(MOHW)
Adviser · Taiwan
Ministry of Economic Affairs(MOEA)
Adviser · Taiwan
Taipei City Government(TCG)
Adviser · Taiwan
Taiwan Assistive Technology and Long-Term Care Industry Association(TATLTCIA)
Main co-organiser · Taiwan
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 130,000
Exhibitors: 210
Edition #: 11
This edition
2027
Visitors: 135,000
Exhibitors: 220
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
New this edition
Taiwan Smart Ageing Care Innovation Alliance (TATISI)
An alliance launched around the 2026 edition to connect smart care technology companies and care providers.
SourceTaiwan Rental Assistive Technology Award
An award promoting products designed for rental use, including durability, cleaning and maintenance criteria.
Source12 Major Ageing and Long-Term Care Needs Guide
A printed and digital guide that maps products to twelve daily-living needs, distributed to visitors.
SourceSenior Long-Term Care Zone
A dedicated zone covering senior dining, housing, transport, insurance, palliative care and end-of-life services.
SourceImpact
ATLife pairs a large public visitor base with a focused trade audience, so a stand generates both product feedback and distributor conversations. The 2026 edition's 130,000+ visits and 570+ booths show the show still has reach, while the 210+ exhibitor count means competition for attention is concentrated among specialists rather than spread across a huge hall.
Audience quality
The audience mixes distributors, hospital and rehabilitation professionals, care-facility operators, government programme managers and family caregivers. That breadth suits products that need both clinical validation and end-user testing, but exhibitors should staff separate trade and consumer conversations and qualify leads at the booth.
Exhibitor outcomes
Returns depend on follow-up discipline rather than floor traffic alone. A 9 sqm standard booth costs NT$57,225, so a lean exhibitor needs a handful of qualified distribution or institutional leads to justify the show; larger stands should pre-book meetings through the organiser's matching programme and track cost per qualified lead.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
Taiwan's ageing population and expanded long-term care budget are creating sustained demand for assistive products, smart monitoring and care services. ATLife is the country's largest dedicated platform for that demand, mixing a professional trade audience with public visitors and government pavilions, which makes it a practical entry point for suppliers exploring ageing markets in Asia.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Super-aged Taiwan lifts assistive technology demand
Taiwan crossed the 20% threshold for residents aged 65 and over in 2025, making it a super-aged society. Demand is rising for mobility aids, home-care equipment and products that help older people live independently, and the show's public footfall reflects that shift.
What it changes: Suppliers can reach both professional buyers and end users in one place, shortening product feedback cycles.
Smart care and AI monitoring move into the mainstream
Telecare, remote monitoring, ICT and AI care applications are now a core exhibit group rather than a side section. Taiwanese manufacturers are combining sensors, connectivity and care software to serve hospitals, care homes and family caregivers.
What it changes: Hardware makers need software and service partners, creating partnership opportunities beyond the exhibition floor.
Rental and reimbursement models reshape the market
Taiwan is expanding rental assistive technology and long-term care reimbursement, supported by the Long-Term Care 3.0 programme. The Taiwan Rental Assistive Technology Award at ATLife highlights products designed for rental durability, cleaning and maintenance.
What it changes: Rental-friendly products and service platforms can access public funding streams that favour recurring service models.
ATLife anchors the Taiwan market in May; buyers tracking the wider assistive technology and rehabilitation calendar also use the German, Japanese and regional care shows below.
REHACARE International
Dusseldorf, Germany
Dates follow the published circuit calendar; reconfirm before booking.
websiteH.C.R. International Home Care & Rehabilitation Exhibition
Tokyo, Japan
Dates follow the published circuit calendar; reconfirm before booking.
websiteMEDICA
Dusseldorf, Germany
Dates follow the published circuit calendar; reconfirm before booking.
websiteQ3 2026
European and Japanese buyers plan autumn sourcing trips.
Q4 2026
Broad medical technology buying cycle before year-end budgets close.
Circuit dates are drawn from published show calendars and should be reconfirmed with each organiser.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Main international gateway; take the Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station and change to the Bannan Line for Nangang Exhibition Center.
About 45 km
to venue
50-70 minutes by car or airport MRT plus transfer
by car
Closest airport for domestic and some regional flights; a taxi to Nangang is quick outside rush hour.
About 12 km
to venue
20-30 minutes by taxi
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 70–110 / night
Simple business hotels within a short MRT or taxi ride of the hall; book early because the show overlaps mid-May travel demand.
USD 130–190 / night
Four-star rooms with breakfast and easy metro access; Xinyi hotels add restaurants and client-entertaining options.
USD 240–380 / night
Upper-upscale hotels for delegations and exhibitor hospitality suites; Courtyard is walkable to the venue.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
MRT
About 25-30 minutes; the station connects directly to the exhibition centre. Use an EasyCard for touch-on/touch-off travel.
Taxi
Metered taxis are plentiful; allow 20-40 minutes in morning traffic and show the Chinese venue name to the driver.
Airport MRT + MRT
Fastest fixed-price option from TPE; trains run roughly every 15 minutes and luggage space is available.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-free entry | Passport holders from visa-exempt countries, commonly 30 or 90 days | — | Same day at immigration | |
| Business visitor visa | Travellers from countries without visa-free or e-visa arrangements | — | Typically 5-10 working days |
Many EU, UK, US, Canadian, Australian and Asian passports travel visa-free, but rules change; verify with Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs.
Taiwan generally accepts ATA Carnets for temporary exhibition goods; confirm with the freight forwarder and Taiwanese customs before shipping.
Official visa pageWeather
Mid-May is late spring in Taipei: warm, humid and often wet, with daytime highs around 28-31C and frequent afternoon showers. Carry a light rain jacket and breathable business clothes.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Taiwan has fast, widely available 4G/5G mobile data and free Wi-Fi at the venue and most hotels. Buy a tourist SIM or eSIM at the airport; power is 110V, 60Hz, with US-style two-pin plugs.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business card etiquette
Exchange cards with two hands, present your card text-facing to the recipient and avoid writing on a card you receive.
Relationship-led meetings
Taiwanese business culture is polite and relationship-led; schedule meetings in advance and allow time for tea or a meal.
Tipping and receipts
Tipping is not customary in taxis or restaurants, and itemised receipts are commonly collected for expense claims.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: TPE
Book 6-10 weeks ahead for mid-May; arrive at least one day before the show and allow 60-90 minutes for immigration and baggage at TPE.
Book flightsMany nationalities enter Taiwan visa-free for 30 or 90 days; others need a business visitor visa arranged before travel.
Estimated cost: Visa fee varies by nationality; visa-free entry has no fee
Processing: 5-10 working days for a visa; same-day clearance for visa-free arrivals
Carry a passport valid for at least six months, proof of accommodation and a return ticket. Confirm rules before booking.
OfficialPartnerGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station, then Bannan Line to Nangang Exhibition Center (about 60-75 minutes, NT$160-200).
Hotel → venue: MRT is fastest from most districts; taxis cost NT$250-450 from central Taipei.
Ride-hail: Uber and local taxi apps operate in Taipei; metered taxis are easy to flag outside the venue.
Public transit: Nangang Exhibition Center station on the Bannan and Wenhu lines connects directly to the hall.
Parking: On-site paid parking is available from Jingmao 2nd Road; expect queues on public days.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 24-31C
Seasonality: Late-spring humidity and frequent afternoon showers; the plum rain season can bring heavy short downpours.
Packing: Light breathable clothing, a compact umbrella or rain jacket, comfortable shoes and a power bank for long days.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: Day 2 (Friday 14 May 2027)
The first morning is busiest with opening ceremonies and press, while the weekend brings public crowds. Friday balances a full trade audience with easier access to exhibitor staff and meeting rooms.
Confirm admission pre-registration and download the QR code — Log in to the member centre, complete your profile and save the QR code offline.
Book flights and a Nangang or Xinyi hotel — Mid-May is busy; aim to arrive on 12 May and leave on 16 May.
Build a shortlist of exhibitors and book meetings — Use the exhibitor list and map product categories to your sourcing brief.
Check visa, passport validity and travel insurance — Print the hotel confirmation and keep a digital copy of your passport.
Plan the route to Hall 1 and prepare badge, cards and power bank — Allow 45 minutes from central Taipei by MRT and arrive at opening.
Arrive at Hall 1, collect badge and scan in
Hall 1 main lobbyWalk the mobility and smart-care aisles
Exhibition floorLunch and informal meeting with a distributor
Venue food courtAttend a long-term care programme session or government pavilion briefing
Programme area / government pavilionFollow-up meetings and product testing
Exhibitor boothsTaipei 101 and Xinyi district
City Landmark and Shopping
20-25 minutes by taxi or MRT from Nangang
Observation deck, dining and a compact introduction to Taipei for first-time visitors.
National Palace Museum
Museum
35-45 minutes by taxi
World-class Chinese art collection and a quiet half-day break from the show floor.
Jiufen old street
Day Trip
About 1 hour by car
Mountain tea houses and coastal views; best on a free afternoon after the show.
Hall 1 exhibitor lounge and coffee area
On-site networking
Use short breaks between meetings; the area fills up after the morning rush.
Xinyi district restaurants and hotel bars
Evening networking
A 15-20 minute taxi ride gives a wide choice for client dinners and informal meetings.
ATLife generates a mix of trade and public leads, so follow-up should separate distributor or institutional enquiries from consumer questions and route each to the right owner.
Budget
Shell scheme
TWD 6008–6358 / m²
Raw space
TWD 5483–5833 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
Converted to per-square-metre bands from the official NT$ tariff. Early-bird discount is NT$3,150 per booth for applications paid by 30 November 2026.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
Booth shell
exhibitor · standard 9 sqm
USD 1785–1818 / per booth
Hotel
both · mid
USD 130–190 / per night
Per diem
both · standard
USD 45–75 / per day
Flight
both · economy return
USD 380–1100 / per trip
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Booth shell | exhibitor | standard 9 sqm | USD 1785–1818 / per booth | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Hotel | both | mid | USD 130–190 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Per diem | both | standard | USD 45–75 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| Flight | both | economy return | USD 380–1100 / per trip | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip ATLife 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role at ATLife?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a sourcing list and can travel in mid-May.
Best for
Distributors, care professionals and buyers sourcing products
Min. budget
$500.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks
Risks
Crowded public days
Limited meeting rooms
exhibit
You have a product for Taiwan or regional distributors and can commit to a 9 sqm stand.
Best for
Assistive technology and care suppliers seeking Taiwan partners
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months
Risks
Stand costs add up
Follow-up discipline required
skip
Your categories do not overlap the show and travel budget is tight.
Best for
Buyers with no assistive technology or long-term care remit
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing adjacent smart-care partnerships
Book with
Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center
Taipei's main international exhibition complex and the ATLife 2027 venue.
Venue named on the official show page.
Ministry of Health and Welfare
Adviser to ATLife and the ministry responsible for Taiwan's long-term care policy.
Listed as adviser on the official show page.
Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)
Taiwan's national trade promotion body, supporting international business visitors and sourcing.
Public trade body relevant to international exhibitors; not listed as a show partner.
Chan Chao International Co., Ltd.
Taipei-based exhibition organiser that runs ATLife with the TATLTC foundation.
Named organiser on the official show page.
Recommended providers
Taiwan Bureau of Consular Affairs
Official visa and visa-exempt information; confirm your nationality before booking.
Useful for comparing Nangang and Xinyi hotels; book refundable rates early.
Taiwan's flag carrier with direct routes to Taipei; compare fares with regional carriers.
International freight forwarder with exhibition logistics; confirm Taiwan customs handling.
Travel and medical cover for international visitors; check exhibition equipment cover.
Book Taipei 101, Jiufen and museum tickets in advance.
Lead-capture and event app option; test badge scanning before the show.
FAQs & glossary
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