Visa policy of the Republic of China

Visa policy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) is complicated by the political status of Taiwan. As one of the most politically isolated countries in the world, Taiwan has encountered difficulties in signing 'bilateral agreement' which other nations with regards to visa-abolishing. Presently the Republic of China grants visa-free travel to 41 countries.

Passport holders of Hong Kong SAR and Macao SAR

Permanent residents of Hong Kong and Macau (with PRC nationality) can obtain a preapproved Entry Permit of HK and Macau Residents to the Taiwan Area or apply for an Entry Permit on arrival for visiting Taiwan for less than 30 days. If the visitor is not born in Hong Kong or Macau, he must have a record of a previously having visited Taiwan for an Entry Permit on arrival. This permit can be applied by using a HKSAR passport, MSAR passport, British National (Overseas) passport or Portuguese passport issued in Macau before 1999. British citizens can use the full visa-free visit program to enter Taiwan.

Only full British citizens can enter Taiwan without a visa and BN(O) passport holders (who also hold PRC nationality) can enter Taiwan using Entry Permit of HK and Macau Residents to the Taiwan Area. A visa is required for all other British passport holders.

Original, signed United States passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity.

bPassport-type photograph: 1

cItinerary. For rush processing you must submit a copy of your e-ticket or confirmed itinerary. For Same Day processing the travel date must be within 5 business days.

dMultiple Entry Letter. If multiple entries are desired, a detailed letter explaining precisely why the multiple entry visa is necessary. The decision to grant or deny the Multiple entry visa to China lays entirely with the China Embassy.

Additional required documents for minors (under 18):

- Birth certificate. A copy of the applicant's birth certificate.

- Parents' passport copies. A copy of the information pages of both parents' signed passports.

When applying for a child with Chinese parents, the applicant must also provide proof of parents' status in the United States.

Additional requirements for applicants born in China, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan:

- Name written in Chinese characters.

- Copy of a previously issued Chinese visa or copy of the information page from your Chinese, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwanese passport. Note: If your old passport has not been canceled, you will be required to submit the original passport with your application.