taiwan tourist visa for pakistani

Nationals of the following countries are eligible for an eVisa when they meet relevant criteria: Bahrain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Burkina Faso, Colombia*, Dominica, Ecuador, Kosovo, Kuwait, Mauritius, Montenegro, Oman, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, Türkiye, United Arab Emirates.

Note: Colombian passport holders must provide a valid visa or resident certificate issued by a Schengen country or a valid resident certificate or visa valid for more than 180 days issued by the United States.

Furthermore, foreign nationals who have been invited to attend international conferences, sporting events, trade fairs or other activities in Taiwan—organized, co-organized, or sponsored by central government agencies—are also eligible for an eVisa. Such foreign nationals must obtain an Ecode from the host organization in Taiwan (n.b., not the Bureau of Consular Affairs) prior to submitting an online application for an eVisa. Nationals of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea are only eligible for an eVisa when participating in sporting events in Taiwan.

In accordance with the Project for Simplifying Visa Regulations for High-end Group Tourists from Southeast Asian Countries, group tourists from Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, and Vietnam visiting with travel agencies designated by the Tourism Administration, Ministry of Transportation and Communications, are eligible for an eVisa.

Nationals of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka visiting for business purposes at the recommendation of overseas offices of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council are eligible for an eVisa.

Foreign nationals who intend to travel to Taiwan but are not eligible for an eVisa must fill in a form under General Visa Applications on the website of the Bureau of Consular Affairs and submit this application form to an ROC overseas mission.

eVisa applicants must possess an ordinary, official, or diplomatic passport with validity of at least six months as of the date of intended entry into Taiwan.

To obtain an eVisa, applicants must submit relevant personal information and pay the required fee by credit card (Visa or MasterCard) online. ROC overseas missions may, depending on the applicant’s nationality and purpose of visit, request through email that the applicant submit additional documents within a specific timeframe. If these documents are not submitted by the given deadline, the application may be denied.

When an eVisa application has been approved, the applicant will receive a notice by email containing a webpage link to download and print the eVisa. The eVisa holder is required to present a paper copy of the eVisa at the immigration checkpoint for verification by the National Immigration Agency upon arrival in Taiwan. However, immigration officers at ports of entry in Taiwan have the right to deny entry to eVisa holders without providing further explanation.

Please note that eVisas are only granted for tourism and business purposes, as well as for visiting relatives and attending international conferences or sporting events in Taiwan. If you intend to travel to Taiwan for other purposes – such as employment, study, residence with family, or Mandarin language courses – you must submit an application for a suitable type of visa at an ROC overseas mission.

The validity of an eVisa is three months starting from the issue date. The eVisa is a single-entry visa, and the maximum duration of stay in Taiwan is 30 days, which cannot be extended and converted to other types of visas.

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Taiwan Visa for Tourists in 2024: A Comprehensive Guide

Updated: April 18, 2024

Despite its diplomatic isolation, Taiwan remains a popular tourist hotspot for travelers from all over the world. Taiwan visa policy is uncomplicated unless you’re from Mainland China, Macau, or Hong Kong.

In this article, you will learn about Taiwan visa, its visa exemption, e-visa, and visa on arrival for tourists. I will also shed some light on the requirements for Chinese visitors.

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Visa policy and visa types.

Nationals from 65 countries are visa-exempt when visiting Taiwan for either 14, 30, or 90 days. 

Visa on arrival is available for Turkey free of charge.

Taiwan launched its eVisa program in 2016 and today 25 countries are eligible. Some may only get an eVisa if they’re part of a tour group.

An Online Travel Authorization Certificate instead of a visa is available for nationals of 6 countries under certain conditions and only if they have a valid or expired visa from some of the most advanced economies.

Certain special conditions are in place for passport holders on neither of these lists. Visitor visa applications can be submitted at a select few Taiwanese overseas missions.

Visitors from Mainland China (PRC), Hong Kong, and Macau must acquire prior approval from Taiwan and have an Exit and Entry Permit.

People born in Mainland China or certain high-risk countries may not be eligible for certain visas depending on their nationality.

Below is the summary of various visa types:

Visa Requirements

The following requirements apply to all visitors:

• A passport valid for at least 6 months
• A confirmed return or onward ticket via air or sea

If you’re visa-exempt, it’s highly unlikely immigration officers will ask to see your next ticket. They didn’t when I last traveled but for peace of mind, you can book an onward ticket .

Visa Exemption (VISA-FREE)

Visa exemption is issued at all airports and harbors. Depending on nationality, it is valid for either 14, 30, or 90 days.

• Liechtenstein
• Marshall Islands
• Netherlands
• New Zealand
• North Macedonia (effective until March 31, 2025)
• South Korea
• Switzerland
• United Kingdom
• United States of America
• Vatican City
• Dominican Republic
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Philippines*

* Effective until July 31, 2024 

The validity duration starts on the day after the date of arrival. 

Visa exemptions are not extendable, except for nationals of Canada and the UK who can extend once.

Ineligibility based on place of birth

Passport holders from Belize, Eswatini, Nauru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Tuvalu are NOT visa-exempt if their place of birth in their passport is one of these countries:

• Afghanistan
• China (PRC)

Passport holders from Honduras are also ineligible for the visa exemption if their place of birth is China (PRC).

Taiwan Visa on Arrival (Landing Visa)

Only Turkey passport holders are currently eligible for a Taiwan Visa on Arrival (VOA). VOA is officially referred to as a “Landing Visa”. The visa is free of charge and valid for 30 days. 

Temporary and emergency passport holders from visa-exempt countries are also eligible to obtain VOA in Taiwan. These passport holders have to pay a visa fee of 1,600 TWD and 800 TWD handling fees.

VOA is only available at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport but it is possible to enter from another International airport and obtain the visa inside the country.

Read Taiwan Visa on Arrival for more information on requirements, documents and VOA procedures at various international airports in Taiwan.

Taiwan eVisa

Taiwan issues eVisas for tourist purposes to individual travelers from these countries:

• Bosnia and Herzegovina (Free)
• Burkina Faso
• Colombia (Free)
• Kiribati (Free)
• Kosovo (Free)
• Mauritius (Free)
• Montenegro (Free)
• Panama (Free)
• Peru (Free)
• Saudi Arabia
• Solomon Islands (Free)
• Turkey (Free; also eligible for a visa on arrival)
• United Arab Emirates.

eVisa is also available to the following countries if traveling as part of an approved tour group ;

The eVisa is valid for 3 months from the date of issue and allows 1 entry for up to 30 days. It costs 1600 TN + 46 NT processing fee (~53$), except for countries with (free) next to their names on the list above.

The eVisa is valid at all immigration checkpoints.

Read the Taiwan eVisa article for more information on eVisa requirements, documents and the application process.

Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC)

Passport holders of the following countries may be eligible for an Online Travel Authorization Certificate (OTAC) free of charge:

•  Cambodia
•  India
•  Indonesia
•  Myanmar
•  Vietnam

The conditions are that the applicant:

• Has never been employed as a migrant worker in Taiwan;
• United States
• Japan (except for Vietnam)
• Korea (except for Vietnam)
• Any EU or Schengen country
• Taiwan (except for visas marked FL, X, or P)

The OTAC is valid for 90 days for multiple entries. Each visit can be up to 14 days.

Read the Taiwan Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) article for more information on the documents required, processing times, application process and border procedures.

Taiwan Tourist Visa

For countries not eligible for any of the options above, a tourist visa from one of Taiwan’s overseas missions remains the only option.

Officially Taiwan only has embassies in countries that recognize Taiwan (ROC) instead of China (PRC). Currently, it’s only 13 countries that recognize Taiwan. However, Taiwan’s cultural centers, trade centers, and overseas missions in most other countries effectively function as embassies.

The application procedure can be complex and lengthy. It starts with applying to one of Taiwan’s offices abroad, often followed by an interview and a request for a letter of guarantee from a Taiwanese sponsor.

For nationals of the following countries, obtaining a tourist visa for Taiwan is not possible. They are only allowed to obtain Taiwan visitor visas for purposes other than tourism such as business, family, etc. They must also have a sponsor in Taiwan.

Read the Taiwan tourist visa article for more information on the documents required, fees, processing time and application procedure.

Taiwan Transit Visa

If you don’t leave the international transit area of any airport in Taiwan, you don’t need a visa.

Taiwan does not issue transit visas that allow entry to the country past immigration.

Nationals of Hong Kong and Macau

Permanent residents of Hong Kong and Macau do not need a visa to enter Taiwan but must have an Exit and Entry Permit and certain requirements:

• Were born in Hong Kong or Macau;
• Have entered Taiwan at least once as a permanent resident of Hong Kong or Macau; (and have proof if the visit was before 1983);
• Hong Kong Special Administrative Region;
• British Overseas National;
• Macao Special Administrative Region.

The Exit and entry permit is

• 300 NT (~10$) if obtained on arrival;
• Free if obtained online;
• 600 NT (~20$) if NOT born in Hong Kong or Macau and applying online for the first time.

The requirements can quickly become confusing. It’s best to check online on the Official ROC Embassies and Missions Website .

Nationals of the People’s Republic of China

To travel to Taiwan, passport holders from China PRC must: 

• Have prior approval from the Taiwanese government
• Have an Exit and Entry Permit 
• Travel as part of an organized tour group subject to a quota of 14,600 visitors per day.

This is unless they have a temporary or permanent residence in Hong Kong, Macau, or a third country and reside outside of China PRC.

Additional requirements may come from the Chinese PRC government. 

It’s best to check the Taiwanese Immigration website for detailed information and conditions.

Taiwan Arrival Card

Everyone who arrives in Taiwan must complete an arrival card. You can fill out the arrival card online before arrival or at the airport.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Do i need an evisa if i am on a cruise ship.

If you’re not eligible for a visa exemption and arrive in Taiwan on a cruise ship, you should obtain a special temporary entry permit. It’s best to ask your cruise company, they will surely facilitate it.

Do I need a visa if I do not leave the transit area at the airport?

You don’t need a visa if you don’t pass immigration and only stay inside the airport’s transit zone.

How long in advance should I apply for an eVisa?

Apply at least 7 days before traveling.

Are there multiple entry visas for Taiwan?

Taiwan doesn’t issue multiple-entry visas for tourists.

What are the COVID testing and vaccination requirements for Taiwan?

You don’t need a test, or proof of vaccination to travel to Taiwan.

WRITTEN BY THIRUMAL MOTATI

Thirumal Motati is an expert in tourist visa matters. He has been traveling the world on tourist visas for more than a decade. With his expertise, he has obtained several tourist visas, including the most strenuous ones such as the US, UK, Canada, and Schengen, some of which were granted multiple times. He has also set foot inside US consulates on numerous occasions. Mr. Motati has uncovered the secrets to successful visa applications. His guidance has enabled countless individuals to obtain their visas and fulfill their travel dreams. His statements have been mentioned in publications like Yahoo, BBC, The Hindu, and Travel Zoo.

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Taiwan Visa for Pakistani citizens

Before you walk down the vibrant streets of Taipei or gaze at the scenic beauty of Taroko Gorge, you’ll need to get a Taiwanese visa first .

Applying for a Taiwan Visa might seem complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. This helpful guide is here to make the process easier for Pakistani citizens.

We'll walk you through the Taiwan visa application, making sure you have all the information you need. Let’s dive into the essentials and start your journey to one of Asia’s most dynamic destinations.

Do Pakistani citizens need a Taiwan visa?

Pakistani citizens need to obtain a visa before traveling to Taiwan .

Taiwan, also known as the Republic of China (ROC), offers two main types of visas: the Visitor Visa for short stays of up to 90 days and the Resident Visa for stays longer than 3 months. The applications for these visas must be submitted in person at the nearest Taiwanese diplomatic mission.

As a Pakistani, you can apply for a Taiwan Visitor Visa if you meet one of the following conditions:

By invitation from a Taiwanese government agency for official business.

To attend international events or activities related to religion, sports, or cultural exchanges held by Taiwanese organizations.

To visit family members who are legal residents in Taiwan (spouses, direct relatives, or siblings).

To engage in economic or commercial business (you’ll need a Letter of Guarantee from your Taiwanese contact).

As a crew member going to Taiwan to report for duty.

For medical treatment.

Pakistanis are eligible for a Taiwanese eVisa only when visiting for business following a recommendation from one of the overseas offices of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) (find the one closest to you on the TAITRA website ). The eVisa can be applied for online at the Bureau of Consular Affairs website .

How to get a Taiwan Visa from Pakistan

Although we currently don’t handle Taiwanese visa applications , we can provide the information you need to apply confidently.

Here’s how to do it:

Gather the required documents for your visa application.

These include:

A passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date in Taiwan and has at least 3 blank pages.

• Two recent passport-size photos taken according to Taiwan’s visa photo guidelines.

A return ticket or proof of onward travel that shows your intention to leave Taiwan after your visit.

Evidence of sufficient funds to finance your trip.

Accommodation reservations in Taiwan.

Additional documents, like a letter from your employer or an invitation letter, depending on the purpose of your visit. Get the list of required documents on the Bureau of Consular Affairs website .

Go to the Online Visa Application Form Portal . Under the “General Visa Applications” tab, click on “New.”

Carefully fill out the visa application form. You’ll also need to choose the location where you’ll submit your visa application (the one closest to Pakistan is The Commercial Office of Taipei in Dubai ). Once you’re done, print it out and sign it. Your visa application must be submitted within 30 days of completing the form .

Submit the visa application and the required documents in person at your selected Taiwanese diplomatic mission. You’ll also pay the Taiwan visa fee.

Wait for the application to be processed, which generally takes at least 10 working days. However, it can take longer as applications are processed on a case-by-case basis.

Collect your passport as instructed. If your visa is approved, the passport will have the visa affixed to it.

Is there a Taiwanese embassy in Pakistan?

Taiwan doesn’t have an embassy, consulate, or representative office in Pakistan. If you need consular assistance for your Taiwanese visa, contact the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Saudi Arabia .

Address: Circle 10 Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Phone: +966 11 488 1900

Email address: [email protected]

And if you're outside Pakistan or need Taiwanese consular services from another country, our Embassies Finder can help you locate the nearest Taiwanese diplomatic mission, wherever you are in the world.

What else should you know about Taiwan before packing your bags? Check out our trip guide .

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