Do UK passport holders need a visa for Taiwan?

No, UK citizens do not need a visa for short visits (up to 90 days) to Taiwan for tourism or business, but you must have a passport valid for at least six months and complete an online Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) within three days before arrival for faster clearance. For longer stays or work, a visa is required.

Is Taiwan visa free for British citizens?

You can visit Taiwan without a visa for up to 90 days. You can extend this by a further 90 days once you have arrived in Taiwan.

Does Taiwanese need a visa to go to the UK?

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Travelers visiting the UK for under six months require an Elecronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Travelers can submit an ETA application online.

Can I visit Taiwan without a visa?

Visitor visa is required for trips longer than 14 days

Travelers need a visa to visit Taiwan for Business or Tourism for more than 14 days. Travelers do not need a visa if staying for 14 days or less. Travelers must obtain a paper or embassy visa from an embassy, consulate or visa center before traveling.

Do Australians need a visa for Taiwan?

Australian passport holders will be allowed to enter Taiwan without a visa for up to 90 days (no extensions will be granted) if they have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Taiwan and they have a confirmed return or onward air ticket.

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Is Taiwan ETA for Australia?

Taiwan ordinary passport holders (and other ETA eligible passport holders) travelling to Australia for up to 3 months for tourism, visiting friends or family, or on business visits can apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) through the Australian ETA App.

Who needs to fill a Taiwan arrival card?

All Foreign Visitors Must Complete the Online Taiwan Arrival Card Prior to Arrival. Foreign Nationals who enter Taiwan on visitor visas or through visa-exemption program are required to submit Online Taiwan Arrival Cards within 3 days prior to arrival.

Is Taiwan not visa free anymore?

According to the latest visa notice, visa free travel will be in place until 31 July 2026.

Can I get a visa on arrival in Taiwan?

Visa on arrival is only available at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.

How early should apply for Taiwan Arrival Card?

You must complete a Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) within 3 days before you arrive in Taiwan. The TWAC should be submitted online through the Ministry of the Interior National Immigration Agency website. Check the TWAC Taiwan Arrival Card website for information on how to complete and submit the TWAC online.

Do Australians need a visa for the UK?

Yes, Australians need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) (not a traditional visa) for short visits (under 6 months) to the UK, required as of early 2025 for tourism or transit, with a fee and application via the GOV.UK website or app, while longer stays or different purposes (work, study) require specific visas, as explained on the GOV.UK page. 

What is the best time to visit Taiwan?

The best time to visit Taiwan is generally in spring (March to May) or autumn (October to November), when the weather is mild, the skies are clear, and the island is bursting with color and cultural activity.

How many countries are visa free for Taiwan?

Nationals of the following countries are eligible for the visa-exemption program, with a duration of stay of up to 90 days: Albania, Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Eswatini*, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Haiti, Holy See, ...

Do I need a visa for Taiwan from the UK?

No, UK citizens do not need a visa for short visits to Taiwan (up to 90 days) for tourism or business, enjoying visa-exempt entry, but must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their entry date and complete a Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) before travel. For longer stays or other purposes, a visa from the Taipei Representative Office in the UK is required. 

Who can enter Taiwan without a visa?

1) The nationals of the following countries are eligible for the visa exemption program, which permits a duration of stay up to 90 days︰Austria, Andorra, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, ...

How much is the eVisa fee for Taiwan?

The application fee for an eVisa is NT$1,600. Including the NT$46 processing fee for the online credit card payment, the total amount is NT$1,646.

What documents do I need to enter Taiwan?

Quick Facts

• PASSPORT VALIDITY: Valid through intended stay.
• BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: One page per entry/exit stamp.
• TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stay of less than 90 days.

Who needs a Taiwan Arrival Card?

WHO SHOULD SUBMIT? Foreign nationals without "Alien Resident Certificate", "Resident Visa", or "Diplomatic ID card". People of the Mainland Area holding Multiple Entry & Exit Permits for the purpose of travel. People of Hong Kong and Macau holding Multiple Entry & Exit Permits.

How to get Taiwan arrival card online?

Foreign travelers may complete the form online on the official TWAC website (https://twac.immigration.gov.tw) within three days before arrival. Once submitted, the system automatically sends a confirmation email to the traveler's registered email address.

What cannot be brought into Taiwan?

[Taiwan] List of Prohibited Content

• Animals and Plants Products.
• Tobacco, Drugs and Alcohol.
• Adult, Mature and Violent Content.
• Medicine, Healthcare and Medical Devices.
• Food, Health Food, Organic Agricultural Products and Infant Formula.
• Toxic and Concerned Chemical Substances.

Until when is a Taiwan visa free?

Thanks to Taiwan's extended visa-free program (valid until July 31, 2026), mas madali nang mag-explore ng bansa.