Visa Information
【Visa-free entry】
Before March 21, 2020 (inclusive), foreigners who enter my country without a visa, visa on arrival or with a stay visa, and the period of stay has not expired, the period of stay in Taiwan will be automatically extended for another 30 days without any additional application. . However, the total number of days in Taiwan shall not exceed 180 days (the first day from the day after entering the country). This measure will be reviewed and adjusted according to the development of the epidemic situation.

【Entry with FR visa】
Students who enter the country with FR visa, before the visa expires, need to bring relevant documents to the Immigration Office to extend the visa. It can be extended up to 180 days.

【Students who have extended FR visa to 180 days】
If you want to continue studying in the summer program, it is recommended to apply for a residence permit after four months of study.
Non-renewed readers should leave the country before the expiration of the 180-day period. If the country of origin is unable to return to the country due to border closures or suspension of shipping by the transportation company, it is necessary to attach the official border restrictions information (in Chinese or English) issued by the country, or the certificate of suspension of the transportation company. Apply to the Immigration Service Station before the visa 180 expires, and those who have been reviewed and approved can extend their stay for 30 days.

 
Other Questions Q&A

Q1: How long can I stay in Taiwan with a stay visa?
A1: When the overseas unit issues a Chinese study visa, it usually issues a 60-day or 90-day extendable visa. Extendable visas can be extended twice for a maximum stay of 180 days. If the visa issued by the overseas unit is not extendable, or the extension application is rejected, the visa holder must leave Taiwan before the expiration of the stay period and apply for a new visa.

Q2: When can I get a residence permit?
A2: You can apply for a "Residence Visa" after staying in Taiwan for 6 months. Please go to the Consular Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to apply for it. Pingtung needs to go to the Executive Yuan Southern United Service Center (No. 6 Zhengnan Street, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City, https://g.page/ExecutiveYuan?share).
https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-9-190-93573-1.html

Q3: I want to study in a university in Taiwan and study Chinese/Chinese. Can I change it to a university visa?
A3: Yes, students who hold a residence permit to study Chinese, after applying to the university in Taiwan, please go to the Consular Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to change the residence visa 10 days before the expiration of the residence period. The following documents must be prepared:
1. Visa Application Form 2. University Admission Notice 3. University Registration and Payment Slip 4. Attendance Record of Chinese Language Center 5. Student Card of Chinese Language Center 6. Physical Examination Report
7. 2 personal ID photos 8. Original and photocopy of passport 9. Proof of personal financial resources (more than NT$100,000 in the past 3 months) 10. Original and photocopy of the highest academic degree certificate verified by foreign embassies
https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-9-185-35222-1.html

Q4: Can I work part-time or work when I come to Taiwan to learn Chinese?
A4: Those who have studied Chinese/Chinese in Taiwan for one year and hold a residence permit can apply for a part-time work permit. Those who do not have a work permit are not allowed to work part-time. Students who are interested in applying, please contact the center.

Q5: I entered the country with a work residence permit, can I change it to a visa of the Chinese Language Center?
A5: No, you cannot apply for a visa for a different purpose within Taiwan. If you want to learn Chinese/Chinese, you need to leave Taiwan and apply for a new visa to study Chinese.

Q6: I am studying Chinese/Chinese in another Chinese/language center, can I study at your center?
A6: Yes, but the name of the school you are going to study will be marked on the original visa. You need to prepare the following information to replace it with the Immigration Office.
    1. The admission permit of the center (the application materials need to be submitted, and it will be provided after approval)
    2. The school's proof of study (provided after successful registration and payment)
    3. Proof of study at the original center
    4. Attendance record of the original center
Please refer to the registration documents of the center: https://clc.nptu.edu.tw/p/412-1093-10799.php?Lang=zh-tw

Q7: How long can I study Chinese in Taiwan?
A7: The residence permit for studying Chinese/Chinese can only be extended for a maximum of two years. Those who have completed two years must leave the country. If they want to continue to study Chinese, they can re-apply for a stay visa for Chinese study with the certificate issued by the center. The decision of the embassy or office abroad.