VISA
Foreign nationals may obtain visas to enter Taiwan if they hold foreign passports or travel documents valid for more than six months for the following purposes: sightseeing, business, family visits, study or training, medical treatment, or other legitimate activities.
Visa Exempt Entry for Nationals from 64 Countries
A visa to enter Taiwan is not required for passport holders from 64 countries, and stays of up to 30-90 days are permitted. For more information, please visit: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-4486-7785a-2.html
| Permits stays of up to 14-90 days | |
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| Up to 90 days | Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Eswatini*, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras*, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan*, Republic of Korea, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Marshall Island*, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, North Macedonia*(effective till March 31, 2025), Norway, Palau, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Tuvalu*, the United Kingdom, the United States of America*, and Vatican City State |
| Up to 30 days | Belize*, Dominican Republic, Malaysia, Nauru, St. Kitts and Nevis*, Saint Lucia*, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Singapore |
| Up to 14 days | 1. Nationals of the kingdom of Thailand (effective till July 31, 2023), except those holding diplomatic or official/service passports-are eligible for the visa exemption program, with a duration of stay of up to 14 days. 2. Nationals of Brunei (effective till July 31, 2023), except those holding diplomatic or official/ service passports-are eligible for the visa exemption program, with a duration of stay of up to 14 days. In addition, those holding a Brunei Certificate of Identity are eligible for the visa exemption program, with a duration of stay of up to 14 days. 3. Nationals of Philippines (effective till July 31, 2023), except those holding diplomatic or official/service passports, are eligible for the visa exemption program, with a duration of stay of up to 14 days. |
E-Visa
Taiwan has launched an “E-Visa” to better serve delegates. An E-Visa can be obtained easily at low cost. Nationals of the following countries are eligible for an E-Visa. There is no need to travel to an ROC overseas mission. Delegates can apply and pay the required fee online and also receive their E-Visa.
| Nationals of the following countries are eligible for an E-Visa |
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| Bahrain, Burkina Faso, Colombia, Dominica, Ecuador, Kiribati, Kuwait, Mauritius, Montenegro, Oman, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, Turkiye, United Arab Emirates, Kosovo and Bosnia-Herzegovina. |
Special E-Visa
Furthermore, foreign nationals who have been invited to attend international conferences are also eligible for an eVisa. Such foreign nationals must obtain an Ecode from the host organization in Taiwan prior to submitting an online application for an eVisa.
Nationals from Other South East Asian Countries
Citizens of Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam can apply online for an R.O.C. (Taiwan) Travel Authorization Certificate from the National Immigration Agency, Ministry of the Interior: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-152-274-8c0e2-2.html
COVID-19 Entry, Quarantine and Healthcare Information Website for Inbound Passengers
Attention to all arrivals – starting October 13, 2022, all inbound passengers are required to observe the 0+7 policy. More information, please check the Taiwan CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov.tw/ArrivalQuarantine/info_en_1013.html
