Taiwan Travel Guide

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Passports

Passport valid for at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas

Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above (provided they have no criminal record, have a confirmed return air ticket or documentation for onward travel, and seat reservation for departure) for stays of up to 30 days (this period cannot be extended), except:
1. if a US citizen has a passport valid for less than six months from date of entry into Taiwan, travelers may apply for a landing visa that has a duration of stay of no more than 30 days. The processing fee is US$135 and no extensions are allowed.
2. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, and Romania who do require a visa.
3. UK and Irish passport holders may stay 90 days

Types of Visa and Cost

Single-entry: £32. Multiple-entry: £64. For an express service 50% extra is charged. Landing: fee varies according to nationality, plus TWD800 handling fee. Multiple-entry visas are issued for business purposes only and require a document from your employer regarding the purpose of visit.

Validity

Single-entry: up to three month: Multiple-entry (business purposes only): six months from date of issue. A visa is not required by travelers 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.

Applications to:

Visa section of Taipei Representative Office.

Working Days Required

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.

Travel Warnings

Most visits to Taiwan are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

Travelers should take sensible precautions against small-scale and petty crimes which are sometimes carried out against foreigners.

Earthquakes (mostly minor) occur regularly and typhoons and tropical storms are a risk: visitors are advised to learn about emergency procedures for such events on arrival.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Healthcare facilities are good and doctors are well-trained. Imported medicines are expensive, but locally produced and manufactured medicines are plentiful. Health insurance is recommended.

Vaccinations

Special Notes

* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers arriving from an infected area.