Taiwan Work Guide

Work & Residency Pathways for German Citizens

Relocating to Taiwan

Information based on current research for German citizens wishing to live and work in the Republic of China (Taiwan).

Available Visa Types for German Citizens

German citizens have specialized pathways including the Employment Gold Card, the Working Holiday Visa, and the Resident Visa for Employment. The Working Holiday scheme offers up to 500 spots annually.

Main Work Routes

Employment Gold Card

For top professionals in Tech, Science, Culture, etc. Open work permit for 1-3 years. Includes re-entry and resident status.

Working Holiday

Allows Germans (18-30) to work and travel for 1 year. Annual quota: 500 places. Requires proof of €4,000+ funds.

Business Employment

Standard Resident Visa for individuals with a job offer from a registered Taiwanese company. Employer must apply to the WDA.

General Requirements

Valid German Passport (6 months+)
Work Permit approved by WDA
Degree Certificates (TECO legalized)
Health Certificate (signed by MD)
Police Certificate (Führungszeugnis)

Typical Process

1
Secure Work Permit

The employer in Taiwan applies for your work permit via the Workforce Development Agency portal.

2
Visa Application

Submit your Resident Visa application at the Taipei Representative Office (Taipeh Vertretung) in Berlin, Hamburg, or Munich.

3
Arrival & Entry

Enter Taiwan and complete requisite entry formalities.

4
ARC Registration

Apply for your Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) at the National Immigration Agency within 30 days of arrival.

Taipei Representative Office in Germany

Markgrafenstraße 35, 10117 Berlin

Offices in Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, and Munich

taiwanembassy.org/de_de/

Service Note

Educational and non-criminal records must be notarized and then legalized by the Taipei Representative Office before submitting a visa application.

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