Taiwan Visa Information
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Who requires a visa?
Citizens of the following countries can enter Taiwan without a visa and stay for 30 days (this period cannot be extended under any circumstances): Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK and USA. Citizens of countries not listed here require a visa to enter Taiwan.
What documents will be required?
BOCA (Bureau of Consular Affairs) requires anyone entering Taiwan to have a passport valid for at least six months, a ticket and/or seat reservation for departure from Taiwan and no criminal record.
Time required to issue a Visa:
One. However, some visa applications may be subject to delay. Applicants who have paid rush handling fees may collect their visas on the same day.
How long is the Visa valid for?
Single-entry: up to three month: Multiple-entry (business purposes only): six months from date of issue. A visa is not required by travellers continuing their journey by the same or connecting aircraft on the same day, provided holding confirmed onward tickets and the necessary travel documentation and provided not departing from the transit lounge.
Other information:
Note:If you’re an Australian or New Zealander aged 18 to 30, you may obtain a working holiday visa, which enables you to undertake short-term, part-time work in Taiwan for one year.
Embassy contact information:
Please contact the nearest Taiwan embassy for information on what documentation you may require to enter Taiwan. Taiwanese Embassies Worldwide.
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– Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs – URL: http://www.boca.gov.tw/mp?mp=1
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