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Mutual Visa Requirements between R.O.C. (Taiwan) and 18 Countries of New Southbound PolicyPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Mutual Visa Requirements between R.O.C. (Taiwan) and 18 Countries of New Southbound Policy

MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry from August 1, 2022, to July 31, 2023, for nationals from Thailand, the Philippines, Brunei.

MOFA welcomes Thailand’s visa-free treatment for Taiwan nationalsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA welcomes Thailand’s visa-free treatment for Taiwan nationals

The government of Thailand announced on May 28 that visitors from 93 countries, including the Republic of China (Taiwan), would be officially granted visa-free entry for a stay of up to 60 days on each entry. A follow-up statement on July 12 confirmed that the visa-waiver treatment will come into effect on July 15.

MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry for nationals of New Southbound Policy partner countries Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025Photos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry for nationals of New Southbound Policy partner countries Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines from August 1, 2024, to July 31, 2025

In line with efforts to promote the New Southbound Policy (NSP), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) convened a meeting on April 12 with relevant government agencies on further improving visa measures for nationals of NSP partner countries traveling to Taiwan.

MOFA welcomes Malaysia’s extension of automated immigration clearance to Taiwan nationalsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA welcomes Malaysia’s extension of automated immigration clearance to Taiwan nationals

The government of Malaysia announced that, starting June 1, visitors holding a Republic of China (Taiwan) passport will be able to use its e-gate system when entering and leaving the country. This will increase immigration clearance efficiency for Taiwan visitors and further strengthen bilateral exchanges across various domains, such as the economy, trade, commerce, tourism, art, and culture.

MOFA welcomes Thailand’s extension of visa exemption scheme for Taiwan nationalsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA welcomes Thailand’s extension of visa exemption scheme for Taiwan nationals

Thailand’s cabinet approved a plan at a meeting on May 7 to extend its visa exemption scheme for Republic of China (Taiwan) nationals for a further six months to November 11, 2024. The program allows travelers to stay for up to 30 days on each entry. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomes this decision.

Taiwan immigration law amendments to take effect in 2024Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan immigration law amendments to take effect in 2024

Amendments to Taiwan’s Immigration Act and related regulations will take effect in stages starting Jan. 1, 2024, as the government continues efforts to promote human rights and ensure safety for all members of society, according to the Ministry of the Interior.

Regulations on Entering TaiwanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Regulations on Entering Taiwan

Restrictions on Entering Taiwan: Foreign Nationals (starting September 1, 2023 Taipei Time)

MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024, for nationals of New Southbound Policy partner countries Thailand, Brunei, and the PhilippinesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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MOFA announces one-year extension of trial visa-free entry from August 1, 2023, to July 31, 2024, for nationals of New Southbound Policy partner countries Thailand, Brunei, and the Philippines

In line with efforts to promote the New Southbound Policy (NSP), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) convened a meeting on April 25 with relevant government agencies on further improving visa measures for nationals of NSP partner countries traveling to Taiwan.

4th Automatic Extension for validity of「Speedy Immigration Inspection Certificate for Foreign Frequent Visitors」

Due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the validity of Speedy Immigration Inspection Certificates which expired during 1st February 2020 to 31st July 2022 will be automatically extended to 13th October 2023.

With Easing of Border and Quarantine Measures, the National Immigration Agency (NIA) will Terminate Automatic Extensions for Foreign PersonsPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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With Easing of Border and Quarantine Measures, the National Immigration Agency (NIA) will Terminate Automatic Extensions for Foreign Persons

In conjunction with the relaxation of border and quarantine restrictions, the NIA announced that automatic extensions will no longer be granted to foreign persons (foreign nationals, people of the Mainland China Area, Hong Kong/Macao residents and nationals without registered permanent residence in the Taiwan Area) who entered Taiwan on or before March 21, 2020 and have not overstayed the allowed duration of stay.