Taiwan visa requirements for Indians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indians visiting Taiwan

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Taiwanese Visa.

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm ) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance to cover duration of entire stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.

Taiwan Visa for Indians

Facts about Taiwan

Taiwan is one of the most underrated tourist attractions in the world. The country’s landscape is colorful and attractive. In the country, there are national parks, museums, and mountains around the country. Tourists can go hiking at the various mountain sites and learn about ancient Taiwan history in museums. The country promises so much for everyone visiting the country. Taiwan is the 22nd largest economy and is also among the most educated countries in the world.
 
Tourism plays a major role in the Taiwan economy. Taiwan was home to about 10 million tourists who stayed in the country for an average of 6.63 nights in 2015. The number of tourists visits in the country has taken an upward trend ever since.
 
Possession, use, and trafficking of drugs is illegal and could attract severe jail sentences and in some case death penalty.

Types of Taiwan Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 3 working days 90 days
Business visa 3 working days 90 das
Student visa 3 working days variable

General Requirements for Taiwan Visa

  • An Indian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • Duly completed and signed visa application form.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Passport-size photographs (35 mm x 45 mm ) taken in grey background.
  • Travel document.
  • Proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country, e.g. verification from applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveler does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance to cover duration of entire stay. 
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • Copy of travel itinerary.
Taiwan Tourist visa Taiwan Business visa Taiwan Student visa

Taiwan Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Indians traveling to Taiwan for tourism purposes should apply for the Taiwan tourist visa.
  • This visa is valid for 90 days and cannot be extended.
  • The applicant is required to have a return ticket, this shows that they have the incentive of returning to their country after their stay expires.
  • The applicant must provide proof of accommodation in form of hotel bookings or addressing of sponsor they will be staying with.
  • Vaccination against yellow fever and Hepatitis A is required. Proof of these must be provided.
  • Travelers are required to declare cash amounts over 100,000 New Taiwan Dollars (TWD) upon entry.
  • Taiwan shows no leniency for medical or recreational marijuana. Carrying or shipping marijuana into Taiwan is prosecuted as drug trafficking.
  • Taiwan has strict regulations on importing/exporting firearms, other weapons, drugs, antiquities, currency, ivory & other animal products, fruits & plants, and many other items.
  • To detect and prevent the spread of diseases, Taiwan scans the body temperature of all arriving passengers with an infrared thermal apparatus.
  • Public transportation is cheap, convenient, and generally safe. Taxis and buses may swerve to the side of the road to pick up passengers with little notice or regard for other vehicles.

Taiwan Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Taiwan business visa is issued to Indians traveling to Taiwan for business purposes.
  • Applicants are required to provide a certificate of business name registration and SEC registration
  • Applicants who are employed should provide a certificate of employment.
  • Invitation letter from Taiwanese company/organization in Chinese letterhead clearly outlining purpose of visit and duration of stay must also be provided.
  • Request letters from applicant’s company is required.
  • Taiwan is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) as businesses from around the world.
  • A signed letter of invitation (this must include a copy of the inviter’s ARC or ID – front and back. Expired ARCs will not be accepted. 
  • If you are not expected by the inviter in Taiwan and are traveling for Tourism purposes, please attach the confirmed hotel/guesthouse booking and use fill in their details on “Reference in Taiwan” section on the application form.

Taiwan Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

50.00 (USD)

Business visa

50.00 (USD)

Student visa

50.00 (USD)

Taiwan Visa Application Centres & Embassies in India

Location

Address

New Delhi

Taiwanese Representative Office in New Delhi, India --- 12 Paschimi Marg Vasant Vihar New Delhi 110057 India

ind@mfa.gov.tw

(+91) (11) 5166-2700 - 08

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need visa to enter Taiwan?

Indians who wish to enter Taiwan as a tourist or short-term visitor (less than 90 days) need a visa.

What is the public transport like in cities like Taipei?

The public transport in Taipei is excellent and the MRT system reaches most of the city, including outlying suburbs

Do I need to speak Mandarin to survive in Taiwan?

Although Taiwan has a large community of English-speaking foreigners, Mandarin and Taiwanese are spoken more often. Even a small amount of Mandarin will go a long way to help ease the transition of living in Taiwan, and can be beneficial for finding employment.

How wealthy is Taiwan?

Taiwan ranks 33rd in the world by nominal GDP per capita (24,292 US$).