Visa Application Information

National Immigration Agency: One of its central tasks is processing entry, stay, residency, and permanent residency applications of individuals from Mainland China, residents of Hong Kong and Macao, and Taiwanese nationals without household registration in Taiwan, as well as accepting, reviewing, issuing, and referring applications for extended stays, residency, and permanent residency for foreign nationals. All foreign nationals living in Taiwan can consult the Agency about its procedures at local service stations.

Visa Types

Visitor Visa

Used for short-term business trips or for working in Taiwan for less than 180 days.

Resident Visa

Resident visa is for foreign nationals who plan to stay long-term in Taiwan and expect to stay for over 180 days

low Chart for Long-Term Residency Visa Application

The "Entrepreneur Visa" provides residency conditions that are more convenient than other countries; it is suitable for foreign entrepreneurs as well as entrepreneurs from Hong Kong and Macau. One of the conditions for an applicant applying for the innovative and entrepreneur residency certificate is a high school diploma or above, and the applicant must meet the following conditions:

elated Link:Ministry of Foreign Affairs Visa Application Information / BOCA VISA

Permanent Visa

Foreign nationals who have invested or have been hired and qualify for permanent residency may apply for the Plum Blossom Card to obtain permanent residency to be exempted from the 183-day residency per year restriction.