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Taiwan
Remote work routeDigital Nomad visitor visa
Taiwan lists a digital nomad visitor visa for eligible passport holders with documented remote work.
Sources reviewed September 14, 2026 · Expanded guide
What work is allowed?
Applicants provide remote employment or freelance contracts and planned activities. Check local work rights separately. [1]
The details behind the route.
- Who is eligible?
- Nationals of visa-exempt countries who meet the program conditions. [1]
- What income evidence is accepted?
- Either a previous digital nomad visa, or annual earnings in either preceding two years of USD 40,000 at age 30+, or USD 20,000 at ages 20–29. [1]
- Are savings required too?
- Yes. An average bank balance of at least USD 10,000 each month over six months. [1]
- Is insurance required?
- International health and full hospitalization coverage for the planned stay. [1]
Gather your documents.
Key items from the linked guidance. Use the authority checklist for the complete requirements. [1]
- Passport, signed form and two photos.
- CV or portfolio, current contracts and intended activities form.
- Eligibility, bank balance and insurance evidence.
Take it step by step.
Complete the BOCA form and document checklist.
Apply through a Taiwan overseas mission, or follow the separate in-country procedure.
Confirm the granted stay and extension conditions.
Application guidance [1]
Open official application guidanceConfirm before committing.
- The reviewed BOCA checklist does not establish your final stay duration. Confirm it before booking.
Keep this in mind.
Do not assume a visitor visa automatically grants local employment or permanent residence.
Ask and verify your situation