Frequently Asked Questions

There is no minimum requirement, and certainly no entrance test! The Polyglot Conference is not about numbers, but about passion. It is open to everyone who loves language. The idea behind the conference is to create a space to come together and share that passion. Every year, we welcome hobbyists, professionals, academics, entrepreneurs, publishers—everybody and anybody to the conference.

The events are designed for anyone who loves language: teachers, interpreters, translators, students, scholars, language bloggers, linguists, writers, and people who simply want to know more about languages. Whether you are just starting to learn a new language or are a seasoned polyglot, the conference welcomes anyone with a passion for languages. Our attendees come from various backgrounds, united by their love for language learning and cultural exchange.

By attending the Polyglot Conference, you will meet other language enthusiasts, discuss new learning resources and techniques, learn about the latest linguistic research, and speak in different languages with attendees from around the world. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in language and culture, spending a week focusing on language in a way that most of us are unable to do in our daily lives.

The Polyglot Conference is intended for adults, but highly motivated and mature teenagers (16+) are welcome. If you are under 18, an adult guardian will need to register and attend along with you. If you are under 16 and really want to attend, please send us a message explaining your situation, and we’ll be happy to consider each application on a case-by-case basis.

The Polyglot Conference was the first and remains the original event where language lovers from around the globe have the chance to meet in person. We pride ourselves on maintaining a professional atmosphere and consistently striving to spread the message of multilingualism to an ever-wider audience. Anyone can submit a proposal to speak at the event, but as the conference has grown, the organisers have worked hard to seek out high-quality speakers from both within and outside the online polyglot community.

The Polyglot Conference is held in a different location each year, celebrating the host city as part of the programme. This approach allows attendees to experience and appreciate the unique linguistic and cultural heritage of each host city.

Refund requests will be handled on a case-by-case basis. Since this is a donation-based ticket, any refund requests must be made before 15th October 2025 for a chance of a partial refund. Please keep in mind that this is a limited event with fixed costs.

Yes! We record all of our talks, so the information can be later accessed by anyone interested in the topics discussed. We believe in sharing our knowledge with the widest possible audience, so we can be an inclusive organization. All presenters at the conference have to accept this condition before they take to the stage. They will be available at the following Polyglot Conference Global as an exclusive offer to our Global attendees before they are made public however.

There are no rooms at the venue in Taipei, but there are going to be accommodation options for the Creator Retreat and The Language Courses. We may also be given links to venues at a cheaper rate and we will pass any such offers onto ticket holders.

Taiwan has its own visa issuing services. You can find out whether or not you need a visa on the following page: Do I need a Taiwanese visa?

For the most up-to-date details on public transport options to and from Taoyuan Airport, please check the official airport website Taxis are also available, and there is information on the same site.

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Taipei has a great public transport network, as well as bike rental options. Many parts are also very walkable, though the streets can be busy. If you have mobility issues, it’s worth inquiring about specific locations you wish to visit. In general there are generally good alternative access options available.

For the conference itself, we have ramp access to the building and lifts, so attending the conference in a wheelchair will not be an issue.

Taiwan has great rail and bus networks. The high speed trains can take you from one end of the island to the other in around 2 hours or less, so getting around is very doable.

There are also ferry boats from some points to other islands off the main island of Taiwan.

For more information on local transport, visit the Land Transport.

You should look at getting a The Taipei Easycard, or 悠遊卡 (Yōuyóu kǎ) whilst you are there to use on the Metro, busses and local trains. They can also be used in shops to buy food and drinks too, once topped up (easy enough to do at and 7 Eleven, amongst other outlets). They can also be bought at 7 Eleven too!

You can fly from many international destinations direct to Taoyuan Airport or to Kaoshiung.

Check out the arrivals board for those airports to give you an idea of places you can travel in from directly:

Taoyuan Airport Arrivals
Kaoshiung Airport Arrivals

There are also a number of regional low cost carriers, if you are travelling from somewhere within a few hours flight away. If you want to travel in the region a little as part of your trip, then it is well worth looking into those options too.

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We are looking to organise three language courses the week before the conference itself. If you are interested in joining one of those courses, then please check out our application form to show interest and we will be in touch soon with more information!

You can sign up to here and we will be in touch with details on how to transfer funds to cover your place. Be the first to know when tickets are formally available and be sure to join us in Taipei!

Apply to join us here!

We have a Creator Retreat on 5th to 9th November for people in the language learning/creator space. You can sign up for that on this form. Check out our page here too!

This year we are able to look at supporting people financially. This will be limited, so we have an application form for you, if you are accepted as a speaker at the Polyglot Conference in Taipei.

Check out the form here and see if you can join us in Taipei this year!