Taiwan · Nomad / Remote work
Taiwan Digital nomad visa
Income needed: from $20k a year
Digital Nomad Visitor Visa
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Key facts
Digital nomad visa is a nomad / remote work route for Taiwan. Applicants need income from $20k a year. You can stay 6 mo, renewable. You can work locally. Checked 2026-10-11 against the official source.
- Money needed
- from $20k a year
- Government fees
- $50 · $100
- First stay
- 6 mo
Cost, time and long term
To apply: government fees $150 in total (2 fees); income to show from $20k/yr. No lawyer or agent fee is included.
Government fees$50 · $100
- $50Single-entry visitor visa fee for applications made overseas (paid in NT dollars, NT$1,600, for applications made in Taiwan).
- $100Multiple-entry visitor visa fee for applications made overseas (NT$3,200 for applications made in Taiwan).
Shown, not spent$40k+/yr · +2 more
- $40,000 a yearAge 30+; annual salary in either of previous two years. Alternative to proof of a digital nomad visa issued by another country.
- $20,000 a yearAge 20–29; annual salary in either of previous two years. Alternative to proof of a digital nomad visa issued by another country.
- $10,000Average balance of at least USD 10,000 in each of the last six months; applies to every applicant.
RenewalRenewable, 2 years max
The initial stay is 6 months; it can be extended 6 months at a time up to 2 years in total.
Where to applyAbroad or in-country
Apply at a Taiwan overseas mission. If you are already in Taiwan on visa-exempt entry or a non-extendable visitor visa, apply to the Bureau of Consular Affairs or a Ministry of Foreign Affairs office in Taiwan at least 10 working days before your stay ends.
Why this route may not fit
Check this before you apply.
- Time on this route is capped at 2 years in total
- Only for passports from 65 countries
- Some ways in have an age limit
What you'll need
Who can apply4
- Only nationals of visa-exempt countries may apply.
- Proof branch 1: a digital nomad visa issued by another country.
- Proof branch 2: age 30 or older with annual salary of at least USD 40,000 in one of the last two years.
- Proof branch 3: age 20 to 29 with annual salary of at least USD 20,000 in one of the last two years.
What you must show1
- An average bank balance of at least USD 10,000 in each of the past six months applies to every applicant.
Documents6
- Salary proof is a tax certificate or an employer salary certificate.
- A CV or portfolio is required.
- A valid employment or freelance contract is required.
- The Description of Intended Activities form is required.
- International health and full hospitalisation insurance covers the whole stay.
- The passport is valid for six months with blank pages; temporary or emergency passports are excluded.
Steps1
- The National Development Council reviews the applicant's qualifications.
When you become tax resident
How Taiwan decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records.
- Stay on this route
Up to 2 years in total
- Tax residence
- At least 183 days in a taxable yearResident for progressive-rate assessment
- More than 90 days in a taxable yearOver 90 but under 183 days: withholding on Taiwan-source income
- Foreign-source income
Overseas income, basic tax only
Taiwan's regular income tax covers income from sources in the R.O.C.; income from outside Taiwan is excluded from consolidated gross income but is added to 'basic income' when a filing unit's overseas income is NT$1,000,000 or more, and the Income Basic Tax is 20% of basic income above NT$7,500,000, payable only when it exceeds the regular tax.
All tax rules for Taiwan Tax records checked
What you need to arrange
- Health insurance
International health and full hospitalisation insurance covers the whole stay
- Money to show
This route asks for savings of $10k+.
Taken from this route's requirements above. The authority's own list is the one that counts.
Full official text
Visitor visa for remote workers employed by or serving clients outside Taiwan. Applicants must hold a passport from a visa-exempt country. The initial stay is 6 months and can be extended in 6-month steps up to 2 years in total. 1 2 3 4 5
What you must show and pay
- Income of at least $40,000 a year · Age 30+; annual salary in either of previous two years. Alternative to proof of a digital nomad visa issued by another country. 1
- Income of at least $20,000 a year · Age 20–29; annual salary in either of previous two years. Alternative to proof of a digital nomad visa issued by another country. 1
- Savings of at least $10,000 · Average balance of at least USD 10,000 in each of the last six months; applies to every applicant. 1
- A fee of $50 · Single-entry visitor visa fee for applications made overseas (paid in NT dollars, NT$1,600, for applications made in Taiwan). 3
- A fee of $100 · Multiple-entry visitor visa fee for applications made overseas (NT$3,200 for applications made in Taiwan). 3
Requirements
- Only nationals of visa-exempt countries may apply. 1
- Proof branch 1: a digital nomad visa issued by another country. 1
- Proof branch 2: age 30 or older with annual salary of at least USD 40,000 in one of the last two years. 1
- Proof branch 3: age 20 to 29 with annual salary of at least USD 20,000 in one of the last two years. 1
- An average bank balance of at least USD 10,000 in each of the past six months applies to every applicant. 1
- Salary proof is a tax certificate or an employer salary certificate. 1
- A CV or portfolio is required. 1
- A valid employment or freelance contract is required. 1
- The Description of Intended Activities form is required. 1
- International health and full hospitalisation insurance covers the whole stay. 1
- The passport is valid for six months with blank pages; temporary or emergency passports are excluded. 1
- The National Development Council reviews the applicant's qualifications. 1
Stay
- Initial stay of 6 months; extensions of 6 months at a time, up to a maximum total stay of 2 years, filed with the National Immigration Agency without leaving Taiwan.
- Initial permitted stay: 6 months.
- Renewable, subject to the conditions in force at renewal.
Nationality
Only nationals of countries eligible for visa-exempt entry to Taiwan (BOCA list of 17 July 2026); Thai, Bruneian and Philippine nationals are on the list until 31 July 2027. Open to: Andorra, Albania, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brunei Darussalam, Belize, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Korea, Saint Lucia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Monaco, MH, North Macedonia, Malta, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, PW, Paraguay, Romania, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, San Marino, eSwatini, Thailand, TV, United States, VA, VC, Kosovo.
Work
Remote work for employers or clients outside Taiwan; work for domestic employers is not allowed.
Family
Your spouse or partner needs their own work permit to work in Taiwan.
Official sources
- Digital Nomad Visitor Visa · Bureau of Consular Affairs · checked 2026-10-10
- Digital Nomad Visa · Talent Taiwan (National Development Council) · checked 2026-10-10 · published 2026-01-19
- Visa fees for foreign passports (visitor and resident visa rates) · Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan · checked 2026-10-11
- Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals (amended 24 September 2025) · Laws and Regulations Database of the Republic of China (Ministry of Justice) · checked 2026-10-12 · published 2025-09-24
- Employment Service Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
Digital nomad visa and its alternatives
| Route | Money needed | Stay | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital nomad visa | Needs income from $20k a year | 6 mo, renewable | Yes |
| DTV nomad visa Thailand | Needs savings of ฿500k+ ≈ $15k | 6 mo, renewable | Remote only |
| Digital nomad visa Japan | Needs income of ¥10M+ a year ≈ $63k | 6 mo | Remote only |
| Remote worker visa Indonesia | Needs income of $60k+ a year | 1 yr, renewable | Limited |
| Virtual Work Visa United Arab Emirates | Needs income of $3,500+ a month | 1 yr | – |
Questions people ask
How much money do I need for the Digital nomad visa?
Income of at least $40,000 a year. Age 30+; annual salary in either of previous two years. Income of at least $20,000 a year. Age 20–29; annual salary in either of previous two years. Savings of at least $10,000. Average balance of at least USD 10,000 in each of the last six months; applies to every applicant. A fee of $50. Single-entry visitor visa fee for applications made overseas (paid in NT dollars, NT$1,600, for applications made in Taiwan).
How long can I stay on the Digital nomad visa?
Initial stay of 6 months; extensions of 6 months at a time, up to a maximum total stay of 2 years, filed with the National Immigration Agency without leaving Taiwan.
Can I work on the Digital nomad visa?
Yes. Remote work for employers or clients outside Taiwan; work for domestic employers is not allowed.
Can I bring my family on the Digital nomad visa?
Your spouse or partner needs their own work permit to work in Taiwan.
Who can apply for the Digital nomad visa?
Only nationals of countries eligible for visa-exempt entry to Taiwan (BOCA list of 17 July 2026); Thai, Bruneian and Philippine nationals are on the list until 31 July 2027. Open to: Andorra, Albania, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Bulgaria, Brunei Darussalam, Belize, Canada, Switzerland, Chile, Cyprus, Czechia, Germany, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, United Kingdom, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Croatia, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Korea, Saint Lucia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Latvia, Monaco, MH, North Macedonia, Malta, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Oman, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, PW, Paraguay, Romania, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Slovakia, San Marino, eSwatini, Thailand, TV, United States, VA, VC, Kosovo.
How are Digital nomad visa holders taxed in Taiwan?
No special regime in our records is tied to the Digital nomad visa. The standard rules apply: Residents staying 183 days or more in a tax year pay progressive tax from 5% to 40% on net consolidated income; stays of 91 to 182 days are taxed at withholding rates on Taiwan-source income.
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How this was checked
Checked on 2026-10-11 against 5 official sources. Status: verified against the official sources.
Every figure on this page comes from the official source it links to. The record was researched against these sources, then reviewed separately, with special attention to effective dates and amendments. Where a source does not state something, the page leaves it out.
- Digital Nomad Visitor Visa · Bureau of Consular Affairs · checked 2026-10-10
- Digital Nomad Visa · Talent Taiwan (National Development Council) · checked 2026-10-10
- Visa fees for foreign passports (visitor and resident visa rates) · Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan · checked 2026-10-11
- Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals (amended 24 September 2025) · Laws and Regulations Database of the Republic of China (Ministry of Justice) · checked 2026-10-12
- Employment Service Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
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