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Taiwan visa requirements 2026

Do you need a visa for Taiwan? Entry rules for every passport, grouped by visa category.

Visa data last updated 2026-01-09

Region: Eastern Asia | Continent: Asia

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67Visa-free
21eVisa
3Visa on arrival
107Visa required

Taiwan entry rules at a glance

Of the 198 passports we track, 67 can enter Taiwan visa-free (most commonly for up to 90 days) and 3 can get a visa on arrival. Of the rest, 21 need an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation before departure and 107 need a visa issued in advance by an embassy or consulate.

70 of 198 passports can travel to Taiwan without arranging anything before departure.

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Taiwan entry rules for common passports

PassportEntry rule for Taiwan
United States of AmericaVisa-free (90 days)
United KingdomVisa-free (90 days)
CanadaVisa-free (90 days)
AustraliaVisa-free (90 days)
GermanyVisa-free (90 days)
FranceVisa-free (90 days)
IndiaVisa required
ChinaVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
South AfricaVisa required
BrazilVisa required
PhilippinesVisa-free (14 days)

Taiwan visa requirements by region of passport

Number of passports from each region in each entry category for Taiwan.

Passport regionVisa-freeVisa on arrivaleVisaVisa required
Africa10251
Asia931028
Europe38025
North America110210
Oceania6026
South America2037

Entry rules for every passport

Visa-free 67
eVisa 21
Visa on arrival 3
Visa required 107

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a visa to visit Taiwan?

It depends on your passport. Of 198 passports, 67 can enter visa-free, 3 can get a visa on arrival, 21 need an eVisa and 107 need a visa before travel. Find your passport in the lists on this page.

Which passports can enter Taiwan without a visa?

67 passports have visa-free access to Taiwan, including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Dominican Rep., Chile and others. The most common visa-free stay is 90 days.

Does Taiwan offer visa on arrival?

Yes. 3 passports can obtain a visa on arrival in Taiwan. Carry the fee in cash, a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.

Can I apply for a Taiwan eVisa online?

21 passports are eligible for an eVisa or electronic travel authorisation for Taiwan. Apply only through the official government portal and allow time for processing before you fly.

Do Asian passport holders need a visa for Taiwan?

Of 50 passports from Asia, 12 can enter Taiwan visa-free or with a visa on arrival. The region table on this page breaks this down by category.

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About this data

Entry categories come from our passport-by-destination matrix, last updated 2026-01-09. Visa policies change, and special rules can apply to diplomatic passports, residents of third countries or travellers arriving by land. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration website or your airline before you travel.

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