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A Complete Guide to Every Resident Visa in Taiwan (Updated 2021)

5/20/2021

Written by: Kaya Lemaire

Sorting out your visa in Taiwan can be a real pain. As a foreigner in Taiwan, it’s easy to feel like the system is working against you.

We love Taiwan, however the bureaucracy, not so much. That being said, there are many visas for the different situations foreigners find themselves in. So, if you’re struggling to figure out which visa is right for you, take a peek at this guide and follow your rainbow to the pot of “legal status” in Taiwan. BUT if you already know what type of visa service you need guidance in, please refer to this page for our list of visa services.

Part I: International Schools in Taiwan

1/13/2021

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There are a variety of International schools in Taiwan, American vs Japanese, religious vs secular, and a European school in between. Of the 22 international schools, there are 2 Korean schools, 3 Japanese, 1 European and the rest, American. The Taipei European School is unique in the sense that it is one school with two campuses (lower school upper school) housing three independent schools—The British, French and German section, with each of the sections running its national curriculum respectively. Geographically, there are 8 schools in Taipei, 1 School in New Taipei City, 2 Schools in Hsinchu, 2 in Hsinchu County, 1 in Taoyuan, 3 in Taichung, and 5 in Kaohsiung.

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Understanding your rights as an employee under Taiwan Labor Law

11/4/2020

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Like death and taxes, one of the world’s few certainties is having to deal with labor laws—especially when you run a business in Taiwan. Whether you’re starting a new company, have a long-established firm, or are simply working as an employee or contractor, there’s no question that you must be vigilant in this area.

Little wonder, then, that we frequently receive questions over issues like labor disputes, employee separation, and remote and contract work. Every situation presents unique circumstances, but we can offer a framework to think about labor issues here.

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Mechanics of Getting a Government Grants

10/21/2020

Are you interested in which Government Grant will suit you or your business?

This article consists of the 5 most common questions regarding Government Grants. From which government grants you should be aware of, eligibility, and how to use the grant money once received.

Taiwanese Government Grant Introduction

10/6/2020

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Much has been said of the Taiwanese government’s commitment to innovation. However, for foreign entrepreneurs even those with ARCs—permanent residency, obtaining government funding has been nothing short of daunting. Many foreign entrepreneurs who have been encouraged by various government agencies to tap the government will only come up empty, and will find the process to be frustrating, leading many to question whether the “free money” is as real as the proverbial pot of the gold at the end of the rainbow.

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Resources

A Complete Guide to Every Resident Visa in Taiwan (Updated 2021)

Part I: International Schools in Taiwan

Understanding your rights as an employee under Taiwan Labor Law

Mechanics of Getting a Government Grants

Taiwanese Government Grant Introduction

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