Learning the requirements for a Taiwan visa is a good idea for anyone who plans on a visit to this beautiful and intriguing country. For citizens of the United States, the visa requirements for entering Taiwan are dependent on the reason for and length of your stay.
If you only plan to visit Taiwan for 30 days, you will not need a visa to enter the country. However, you must be sure that your passport is valid and will be good for at least 6 months past the date you plan to arrive in Taiwan. However, if your passport will expire in less then 6 months from your planned arrival date, you will require a "landing visa". This also limits your stay to 30 days maximum.
If you will be coming to Taiwan as a visitor and plan on staying more than 30 days, you'll want to start the visa application process well in advance of your travel date, to ensure you'll have it before you leave the U.S.
Travels to Taiwan for sightseeing, business or study require a Visitor visa. This visa is good for 5 years and allows you to leave and reenter the country multiple times. Each of these says may be no more than 60 days in length. It's possible to request an extension of these visits to a maximum of 180 days from the Taiwan National Immigration Agency.
To obtain a Taiwan visitor visa, you'll need to apply at either the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Representative's Office (TECRO) located in Washington, D.C. or the office of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in your area. These offices are located in Boston, Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Honolulu, Houston, Kansas City, San Francisco, Seattle, Guam and Chicago. The Washington D.C. office is the best source for visa questions. Their number is (202) 895-1814 for the visa section.
If you wish to work in Taiwan, you'll need to apply for a Resident visa, after obtaining a Taiwan work permit. Resident visas also apply to those married to Taiwan nationals. Once you've obtained your Resident visa, you can submit for an Alien Registration Card, which you'll have to carry with you while in the country.
You can apply for a visa in person a one of the listed TECRO or TECO offices, or online. For either process, you'll need two passport photographs, a completed application form as well as documentation that shows your travel itinerary. You will also need to prepare a letter that describes why you're visiting and where you plan to stay while in the country.
Get a visa for Taiwan the quick and easy way.
Several companies offer online visa application services, so check the internet to see a selection. Fees run approximately $130.00 but are subject to change, so ask about the current price when you contact them.
It is not difficult to apply for a Taiwan visa and the process will go smoothly if you do your homework and find out everything needed before submitting your application.
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