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Taiwan Visa from Thailand
Visa-exempt entry (extended to 2026), eVisa, TECO-issued resident visas for study/work/family, and the flagship Employment Gold Card 4-in-1 for foreign professionals.
Quick Answer
Thai passport holders: visa-free 14 days through 31 Jul 2026. Longer stays via eVisa (USD 50–100) or resident visa (USD 66). Gold Card: USD 100–310. Our service from THB 5,500 to THB 45,000.
Routes we handle
| Route | Use case | Fee | Wait |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa-exempt | Tourism ≤ 14 days (until 31 Jul 2026) | Free | N/A |
| eVisa | Tourism/business 30/60/90 days | USD 50–100 | 3–7 wd |
| Visitor visa | Family visit, extendable in Taiwan | USD 50–100 | 5–10 wd |
| Resident visa — Study | Mandarin center, degree program | USD 66 | 10–14 wd |
| Resident visa — Work | Employer + MOL work permit | USD 66 | 10–14 wd |
| Employment Gold Card | 8 professional fields, open work right | USD 100–310 | 30 d |
Employment Gold Card qualification
- Choose track: salary (NTD 160k+/mo current or Taiwan-offered), position (senior mgr/CEO), or achievement (award, patent, publication).
- Assemble dossier: CV, degree + transcript, employer letters, press citations — sworn Chinese translation.
- Online application at portal.moi.gov.tw — 4 agencies (Interior, Foreign Affairs, Labor, NIA) review in parallel.
- Decision within 30 days; card valid 1–3 years, includes ARC + open work right + re-entry.
- Tax benefits: 50% income tax exemption on portion over NTD 3M for first 5 years (professional program).
FAQ
- Do Thai passport holders need a visa for Taiwan?
- As of Aug 2024, Thai nationals holding an ordinary passport enjoy visa-exempt entry for ≤ 14 days (tourism/transit) — extended through 31 July 2026. For stays > 14 days, or for study/work/family, an eVisa or resident visa via TECO Bangkok is required.
- Where do I file a Taiwan visa from Bangkok?
- Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO), Empire Tower 20F, South Sathorn Road. Appointments via online.boca.gov.tw for tourist/visitor visas; ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) issued by NIA after arrival for long-stay categories.
- How long?
- eVisa: 3–7 working days. Visitor visa: 5–10 working days. Resident visa (study/work/spouse): 10–14 working days at TECO + ARC issuance within 15 days of arrival. Gold Card (professional): 30 days online at portal.moi.gov.tw.
- Fees?
- eVisa: USD 50 (single) / USD 100 (multiple). Visitor visa: USD 50–100. Resident visa: USD 66. Employment Gold Card (1–3 years): USD 100–310 depending on validity. Our service THB 5,500 (visitor) to THB 45,000 (Gold Card with employment/qualification dossier).
- Employment Gold Card — who qualifies?
- Foreign professionals in 8 fields (science/tech, economy, education, culture/arts, sports, finance, law, architecture). No employer sponsor required — combines resident visa + open work permit + ARC + re-entry permit in one card. Qualification via salary (NTD 160k+/mo track), position (senior/CEO), or achievement (published, awarded, patented).
- Chinese-language study visa (Mandarin center)?
- Common route via NTU/NTNU/NCCU Mandarin centers. Requires enrollment letter (min 15 hrs/week), tuition receipt, and health insurance. Resident visa via TECO Bangkok, then ARC on arrival — total decision 10–14 working days.
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