e-Visa available Taiwan

Taiwan Visa Requirements, Fees & Application Guide

Q: Do Singapore passport holders need a visa for Taiwan?

No. Singaporeans enjoy visa-free entry for up to 30 days; just complete the online Taiwan Arrival Card.

Q: Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Taiwan?

Generally yes, but many Indians qualify for a free online Travel Authorization Certificate if they hold a valid/recently expired visa or residence from the US, UK, Canada, Japan, Korea, Australia, NZ or Schengen.

Q: How much does the Taiwan Travel Authorization Certificate cost?

It is free and applied for online; you print the certificate to present on arrival.

Q: How long can I stay on the Travel Authorization Certificate?

Up to 30 days per entry, and it generally allows multiple entries within its validity.

Q: What if an Indian traveller doesn't qualify for the online certificate?

They must apply for a visitor visa at a Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO), or travel on a group tour e-visa via an approved agency.

Q: Is there a group e-visa for Indian tourists?

Yes. Approved travel agencies can file group applications through the BOCA online system for a 30-day single-entry e-visa.

Q: Does Taiwan require an arrival card?

Yes. Taiwan uses an online Arrival Card that visitors should complete before or on arrival.

Q: What is the official Taiwan visa website?

The Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at boca.gov.tw is the official source.

Most visitors need an e-Visa for Taiwan — apply online and let HolidaySG handle it.

Flat fee per applicant · government fee paid separately

Licensed Singapore agency (TA04014) Government-sourced Verified 19 August 2026

e-Visa available — Singapore passport holders enter Taiwan VISA-FREE for up to 30 days. India has no automatic visa exemption, but Indian nationals holding a valid/recently expired visa or residence in the US, UK, Canada, Japan, Korea, Australia, NZ or Schengen can get a FREE online Travel Authorization Certificate. Otherwise Indians need a visitor visa; group tours can get a 30-day e-visa via a travel agency.

Taiwan visa at a glance

Government visa fee: Free
Processing time: On arrival
Validity: Per entry
Maximum stay: 30 days
Visa required?: Singapore passport holders for tourism/business/visiting
Arrival card: Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) — mandatory & free, within 7 days before arrival — twac.immigration.gov.tw

Official government fees are paid to the authorities and are separate from any HolidaySG service fee. Application support from a licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Do you need a visa for Taiwan?

Travellers from 90 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Israel etc. 30 days: Thailand, Philippines, Brunei, India* (extended scheme), Russia. Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar & India: free Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) if holding a valid/expired-<10-yrs visa or residence of US/Canada/UK/Japan/Australia/NZ/Korea/Schengen — 14 days. can generally enter Taiwan without a visa. An e-Visa is available — Singapore passport holders enter Taiwan VISA-FREE for up to 30 days. India has no automatic visa exemption, but Indian nationals holding a valid/recently expired visa or residence in the US, UK, Canada, Japan, Korea, Australia, NZ or Schengen can get a FREE online Travel Authorization Certificate. Otherwise Indians need a visitor visa; group tours can get a 30-day e-visa via a travel agency.. Singapore passport holders for tourism/business/visiting

Who does NOT need a visa

Passport holders from 90 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Israel etc. 30 days: Thailand, Philippines, Brunei, India* (extended scheme), Russia. Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar & India: free Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) if holding a valid/expired-<10-yrs visa or residence of US/Canada/UK/Japan/Australia/NZ/Korea/Schengen — 14 days. do not require a visa for Taiwan for eligible short visits. Always confirm your passport type and length of stay against the official source before travelling.

Reviewed against official government sources (BOCA (Bureau of Consular Affairs, MOFA Taiwan)) · Last verified 19 August 2026 · HolidaySG — licensed Singapore travel agency (TA04014).

Official Taiwan visa options

Verified from government sources · 19 Aug 2026

Visa on arrival: No e-Visa: Yes

Visa-exempt entry

Official fee: Free

Validity: Per entry
Max stay: 30 days
Time to verify: On arrival
Time to approval: On arrival
Processing time: On arrival
Where to apply: https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-4486-7785a-2.html

Who needs it: Singapore passport holders for tourism/business/visiting

Visa-free: 90 days: Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, South Korea, USA, Canada, UK, EU, Australia, NZ, Israel etc. 30 days: Thailand, Philippines, Brunei, India* (extended scheme), Russia. Vietnam, Indonesia, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar & India: free Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) if holding a valid/expired-<10-yrs visa or residence of US/Canada/UK/Japan/Australia/NZ/Korea/Schengen — 14 days.

Required documents

Singapore passport valid for the stay
Onward/return ticket
Proof of accommodation/funds may be checked

Arrival card: Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) — mandatory & free, within 7 days before arrival — twac.immigration.gov.tw

Extra charges: None; online Arrival Card required

Beware fake TWAC sites; the official one is free.

Source: BOCA (Bureau of Consular Affairs, MOFA Taiwan) · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Visitor Visa / eVisa

Official fee: Free

Validity: 90 days from approval, multiple entries (max 6 entries per calendar year)
Max stay: 14 days
Time to verify: Immediate/online
Time to approval: Usually instant to a few minutes
Processing time: Usually instant to a few minutes
Where to apply: https://niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw/nia_southeast

Who needs it: Indian (and select ASEAN) nationals who hold a valid or within-10-years-expired visa/residence/PR from the US, Canada, UK, Japan, Korea, Australia, NZ or a Schengen country, and have never done blue-collar labour in Taiwan

Required documents

Passport valid at least 6 months
Evidence of the qualifying visa/residence/PR from an eligible country
Onward/return ticket

Arrival card: TWAC mandatory

Extra charges: None

Mainland Chinese use a separate Exit & Entry Permit system.

Source: BOCA Taiwan · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Group Tourist e-Visa (India & ASEAN)

Official fee: USD 31 (single entry) / USD 62 (multiple entry) via BOCA eVisa portal

Validity: Single entry, 30-day e-visa
Max stay: 30 days
Time to approval: After review of the group application
Processing time: After review of the group application
Where to apply: https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw/BOCA_MRVWeb/

Who needs it: Indian and eligible ASEAN nationals travelling in tour groups organised by an approved travel agency

Required documents

Passport valid at least 6 months
Group tour arrangement via approved travel agency
Photo and application data

Extra charges: Agency handling fees

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

Visitor Visa (sticker) - Indian nationals

Validity: As issued
Max stay: 90 days
Where to apply: https://www.boca.gov.tw/mp-2.html

Who needs it: Indian nationals not eligible for the online Travel Authorization Certificate

Required documents

Passport valid at least 6 months
Application form
Photo
Flight/hotel bookings
Proof of funds
Supporting documents

Extra charges: Service fees where applicable

Source: Official government source · verified 19 Aug 2026. Government fees & rules change — we re-confirm at the time of your application.

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Taiwan visa — frequently asked questions