“Unlock the Tropical Work-Life Balance: Taiwan’s New Digital Nomad Visa Now Open for Application”

Taiwan’s Newly-Launched Digital Nomad Visa: Attracting Remote Workers with One-Year Validity

Taiwan has launched a digital nomad visa, extending to one year validity, as part of the country’s efforts to attract professional talent from overseas. This initiative aims to cater to the growing demand for remote work opportunities and make Taiwan a hub for digital nomads.

The areas of Hualien, Taitung, Tainan, and Pingtung are keen to welcome digital nomads, said National Development Council (NDC) Minister Paul Liu. The Taiwanese government is offering support to innovation and creativity, making it an attractive destination for remote workers.

Why has Taiwan launched a digital nomad visa?
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EU visitors can enter Taiwan on a visa-free entry or on a tourist visa allowing stays of up to three months, but with no work permit. The digital nomad visa is part of Taiwan’s new plans to make it easier for skilled and high-earning foreign workers to gain permanent residence in Taiwan amid a workforce crisis.

The visa lasts for six months, with the possibility of extending for a further six months. Taiwan hopes to attract 400,000 remote workers by 2032 and allow 10,000 workers to obtain an ‘Employment Gold Card’ after the one-year visa expires.

Combining Taiwan’s visa with Japan and South Korea
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Taiwan is working closely with the Japanese cities of Osaka and Fukuoka and South Korea to ensure any plans complement existing digital nomad visas. This means that remote workers could visit Taiwan after staying elsewhere in East Asia.

Japan launched its non-extendable six-month digital nomad visa in March 2024, available to 49 countries and territories, including EU member states. Tokyo is a three-and-a-half-hour flight from Taiwan’s capital, Taipei.

South Korea launched its digital nomad visa in January 2024, valid for one year with the potential to extend for a further 12 months. Seoul is under three hours from Taipei.

Thailand is already seeing huge demand in its five-year digital nomad visa, launched in July 2024, as remote workers seek out its buzzing capital and pristine beaches. Bangkok is just four hours from Taipei by plane.

What does Taiwan have to offer digital nomads?
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From its subtropical climate and beautiful beaches to its lush national parks and vast culture, including thousands of temples, there are plenty of reasons to work from Taiwan.

This small country is about half the size of Scotland, making getting around a breeze. Explore Taipei’s lively coworking spaces in the morning and fill up on tasty street food for lunch before heading to Yangmingshan National Park – just 30 minutes away – for a scenic hike.

Taiwan’s high-speed railway connects the capital to the southern harbour city of Kaohsiung, making it easy to explore further afield.

Taiwan is one of the safest countries in the world for LGBTQ+ travelers, scoring highly on anti-discrimination legislation and transgender rights. It became the first country in the region to legalise same-sex marriage in 2019.

FAQ
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Q: What is the validity of Taiwan’s digital nomad visa?
A: The visa is valid for one year, with the possibility of extending for a further six months.

Q: What are the areas in Taiwan that welcome digital nomads?
A: The areas of Hualien, Taitung, Tainan, and Pingtung are keen to welcome digital nomads.

Q: How does Taiwan’s visa combine with Japan and South Korea?
A: Taiwan is working closely with Japan and South Korea to ensure any plans complement existing digital nomad visas, allowing remote workers to visit Taiwan after staying elsewhere in East Asia.

Conclusion
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Taiwan’s newly-launched digital nomad visa offers a unique opportunity for remote workers to experience the country’s vibrant culture, stunning natural beauty, and modern infrastructure. With its one-year validity and possibility of extension, Taiwan is an attractive destination for digital nomads seeking a short-term or long-term stay.