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Taiwan Spouse of a permanent resident
Residence for the Spouse of a Foreign Permanent Resident in Taiwan
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Key facts
Spouse of a permanent resident is a spouse visas route for Taiwan. Checked 2026-10-12 against the official source.
- Government fees
- TWD 1,000 ≈ $31
Cost, time and long term
Government feesTWD 1,000 ≈ $31
- TWD 1,000 (≈ $31)Application fee for a one-year Alien Resident Certificate; longer validities cost TWD 2,000 (≈ $63) to 5,000.
Permanent residenceGeneral rule: 5 years of residence
General rule: 5 consecutive years of legal residence with at least 183 days in Taiwan each year, plus good conduct and enough property or skills to support yourself. .
Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of JusticeNational Immigration Agency Taiwan
CitizenshipGeneral rule: 5 years of residence
General naturalization needs legal residence in Taiwan of more than 183 days each year for at least 5 consecutive years, plus good conduct, means of support and basic language and civics knowledge.
Ministry of Justice, Laws and Regulations Database of the Republic of China
What you'll need
Who can apply2
- Applicant is the spouse of an alien permitted to permanently reside in the Taiwan Area.
- Applicant holds a visitor visa valid for 60 days or more without a restriction on extension.
What you must show and pay1
- A fee of TWD 1,000 (≈ $31) · Application fee for a one-year Alien Resident Certificate; longer validities cost TWD 2,000 (≈ $63) to 5,000.
Documents2
- Proof of the marriage relationship such as a marriage certificate.
- Passport, photo and proof of current residence.
Steps1
- Application for an Alien Resident Certificate is made to the National Immigration Agency; processing takes 10 working days.
After you arrive1
- Extension applications are made within 3 months before the residence period ends.
When you become tax resident
How Taiwan decides tax residence and treats foreign-source income, from its tax records.
- 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.
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Full official text
Residence under the Immigration Act for the spouse of a foreigner who holds permanent residence in Taiwan. 1 2 3
What you must show and pay
- A fee of TWD 1,000 (≈ $31) · Application fee for a one-year Alien Resident Certificate; longer validities cost TWD 2,000 (≈ $63) to 5,000. 2
Requirements
- Applicant is the spouse of an alien permitted to permanently reside in the Taiwan Area. 1
- Applicant holds a visitor visa valid for 60 days or more without a restriction on extension. 1
- Proof of the marriage relationship such as a marriage certificate. 2
- Passport, photo and proof of current residence. 2
- Application for an Alien Resident Certificate is made to the National Immigration Agency; processing takes 10 working days. 2
- Extension applications are made within 3 months before the residence period ends. 2
Stay
- Residence is granted with an Alien Resident Certificate. The National Immigration Agency guideline states a one-year first certificate for spouses of Taiwan nationals and does not state the term for spouses of permanent residents. The certificate fee is TWD 1,000 (≈ $31) for one year, rising to TWD 5,000 (≈ $160) for five years.
- Renewable, subject to the conditions in force at renewal.
Work
A work permit is required for employment.
Family
Minor children of a foreign permanent resident can apply under a separate residence provision.
Official sources
- Immigration Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
- Guidelines for Foreign Nationals Applying for Residency, Extension of Residency, or Change in Residency Status (0902) · National Immigration Agency, Taiwan · checked 2026-10-12
- Employment Service Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
- 0903 Guidelines for Foreign Nationals Applying for Permanent Residency · National Immigration Agency Taiwan · checked 2026-10-10 · published 2026-04-21
- Nationality Act (Articles 3 to 5) · Ministry of Justice, Laws and Regulations Database of the Republic of China (Taiwan) · checked 2026-10-11
Spouse of a permanent resident and its alternatives
| Route | Money needed | Stay | Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spouse of a permanent resident | – | – | – |
| Spouse of a citizen | – | 1 yr, renewable | Yes |
| Spouse of a permanent resident Thailand | – | 3 mo, renewable | – |
| Spouse of a citizen Japan | – | 5 yr, renewable | Yes |
| Spouse of a stay permit holder Indonesia | – | – | No |
Questions people ask
How much money do I need for the Spouse of a permanent resident?
A fee of TWD 1,000 (≈ $31). Application fee for a one-year Alien Resident Certificate; longer validities cost TWD 2,000 (≈ $63) to 5,000.
How long can I stay on the Spouse of a permanent resident?
Residence is granted with an Alien Resident Certificate.
Can I work on the Spouse of a permanent resident?
A work permit is required for employment.
Can I bring my family on the Spouse of a permanent resident?
Minor children of a foreign permanent resident can apply under a separate residence provision.
Does the Spouse of a permanent resident lead to permanent residence in Taiwan?
The general rule for permanent residence in Taiwan is 5 years of residence. The general rule for citizenship is 5 years of residence.
How are Spouse of a permanent resident holders taxed in Taiwan?
No special regime in our records is tied to the Spouse of a permanent resident. 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 2026-10-12 against 5 official sources. Status: partly verified; the page marks the facts an official source does not fully confirm.
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- Immigration Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
- Guidelines for Foreign Nationals Applying for Residency, Extension of Residency, or Change in Residency Status (0902) · National Immigration Agency, Taiwan · checked 2026-10-12
- Employment Service Act (Taiwan) · Laws & Regulations Database of the Republic of China, Ministry of Justice · checked 2026-10-11
- 0903 Guidelines for Foreign Nationals Applying for Permanent Residency · National Immigration Agency Taiwan · checked 2026-10-10
- Nationality Act (Articles 3 to 5) · Ministry of Justice, Laws and Regulations Database of the Republic of China (Taiwan) · checked 2026-10-11
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