Taiwan- More Visa-Free Countries Allowed
Posted on September 26, 2022
Effective September 29, the following countries’ visa-free entry eligibility will be available to those traveling to Taiwan. Applicable from September 12, 2022 90-day visa-free countries: Australia, Austria, Andorra, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Eswatini, Estonia, Finland, France,… Read more »
Taiwan- Visa-free entry restarting for certain countries
Posted on September 6, 2022
Effective September 12, 2022, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) will reinstate visa exemption treatment for the nationals of the US, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, certain European countries (Schengen Area, plus Ireland and the UK), and Taiwan’s diplomatic allies. The… Read more »
Taiwan – Travel ban, visa suspension extended
Posted on February 17, 2022
The Taiwanese government announced that it will lengthen its entry restrictions and a moratorium of visa processing until at least February 28. From then on, authorities will modify them gradually. Due to the new travel ban, Non-Republic of China (ROC)… Read more »
Taiwan – Updated Quarantine Requirements for Travelers from India
Posted on May 13, 2021
Effective May 4, travelers arriving from India will be required to quarantine for 14 days, free of cost, at a designated government facility. This includes travelers who may have visited or transited through India anytime in the two weeks prior… Read more »
Taiwan – Ease of Travel Restrictions
Posted on March 10, 2021
Starting from March 1, 2021, Taiwan will ease travel limitations on Non-Republic of China (R.O.C) nationals: 1. Non-R.O.C. nationals may enter Taiwan if they meet the following conditions: a. Non-R.O.C. nationals (including foreign nationals, Hong Kong & Macau residents, people… Read more »
Taiwan – Entrance Policy Update
Posted on January 13, 2021
The restrictions on entry and quarantine for non-nationals will be restricted, and quarantine measures for incoming passengers will be strengthened from January 15, 2021. Taiwan CDC states that the restrictions on entry and quarantine of non-nationals are as follows: (1)… Read more »
Taiwan – COVID Testing Update
Posted on November 25, 2020
From December 1st, 2020 to February 28th, 2021, passengers entering or transiting through Taiwan airports, regardless of the nationality (Taiwan or foreign nations) or purpose of coming (study, work, diplomatic service, etc.), must provide the negative COVID-19 RT-PCR report issued… Read more »
Taiwan – Entry Update
Posted on July 1, 2020
Effective July 29, foreign nationals may apply to enter Taiwan for reasons other than tourism and social visits. This includes internship, training, participation in international conferences and exhibition, international exchange, volunteer, missionary, working holiday, youth exchange, job-seeking.
Taiwan – Dependent Status Can Now Be Granted to Same-Sex Spouses
Posted on June 7, 2019
Qualifying same-sex spouses are now eligible to apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC). The as-yet unpublished government policy, communicated verbally, follows the legalization of same-sex marriage in Taiwan on May 17, 2019. The policy applies to nationals of the… Read more »
Taiwan – Changes Implemented to Taiwan Act for Recruitment and Employment of Certain Professionals
Posted on March 2, 2018
The Taiwan Act for Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals has recently undergone significant changes that took effect February 8th, 2018. The changes relate to foreign special professions, foreign professions, and dependents. Foreign Special Professions: The criteria to define… Read more »