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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
Check whether your short visit is currently visa-exempt, then look at eVisa, resident visa or Gold Card routes for longer stays. Gold Card applications focus on professional qualifications. Fees, visa-free rules and processing times change often, so confirm the current figures with the embassy or official portal before you apply. We prepare and translate documents; we do not guarantee a decision.
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 | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 3–7 wd |
| Visitor visa | Family visit, extendable in Taiwan | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 5–10 wd |
| Resident visa — Study | Mandarin center, degree program | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 10–14 wd |
| Resident visa — Work | Employer + MOL work permit | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 10–14 wd |
| Employment Gold Card | 8 professional fields, open work right | Set by the embassy — verify the current rate | 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?
- Fees depend on the documents, destination and urgency. Send your documents for a written quote after review — no prices are published. Any government or embassy fees are set by the authority; verify them directly before filing.
- 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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- สำนักงานตรวจคนเข้าเมือง — วีซ่า รายงานตัว 90 วัน TM.30— Immigration Bureau
- Thai e-Visa Official Portal— MFA Thailand
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- สำนักงานคณะกรรมการส่งเสริมการลงทุน (BOI) / LTR Visa— Thailand Board of Investment
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the DTV and who realistically qualifies?
- The Destination Thailand Visa is a five-year multiple-entry visa allowing stays of up to 180 days per entry, extendable once per entry by a further 180 days at an immigration office. It targets remote workers employed or contracted outside Thailand, freelancers with foreign clients, and participants in Thai soft-power activities such as Muay Thai training, cooking courses or medical treatment, and it requires evidence of the current official rate in available funds.
- How is the LTR visa different from the DTV?
- The Long-Term Resident visa is a ten-year visa administered by the Board of Investment for wealthy global citizens, wealthy pensioners, work-from-Thailand professionals and highly skilled professionals, and it bundles a digital work permit, a flat 17% personal income tax rate for the skilled-professional category and annual instead of 90-day reporting. The DTV is cheaper and faster but grants no work permit for Thai-sourced work and no tax privileges.
- Can I work in Thailand on a tourist or DTV visa?
- No — any work performed inside Thailand requires a work permit or an equivalent digital work authorization, regardless of where the employer or client is located. The DTV is intended for work delivered to foreign employers and clients; taking on Thai clients or a Thai employer requires switching to a Non-B or LTR pathway with proper authorization.
- What most often causes a Schengen or UK visa refusal from Thailand?
- The dominant causes are weak evidence of ties to Thailand, bank statements that show a sudden unexplained deposit shortly before filing, inconsistencies between the application form and supporting documents, insufficient or non-compliant travel insurance, and an itinerary that does not match the stated purpose. Refusals are recorded, so a re-application must directly address the refusal ground rather than simply resubmit the same file.