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Relocating to Taiwan

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

Available Entry Permits for Hong Kong Residents

Hong Kong residents (holding HK/Macao-born status or HK/Macao Permanent Residency) apply for the Entry and Exit Permit (Taiwan Pass). Key work routes include Employment Residency, the Employment Gold Card, and Professional Immigration.

Main Work Routes

Employment Gold Card

For top-tier talents in Tech, Econ, Culture, etc. Open work permit for 1-3 years. Includes residency and re-entry.

Employment Residency

For professionals with a job offer in Taiwan. Requires employer sponsorship and a work permit from the Workforce Development Agency.

Professional Migration

For professionals (Doctors, Lawyers, Accountants, etc.) with specific skills recognized in Taiwan. Leads to permanent residence.

General Requirements

HK Permanent Identity Card & HKSAR Passport

Work Permit Notification Letter (from WDA)

Degrees & Academic Transcripts

No Criminal Record Certificate (CNCC from HK Police)

Health Examination Form (for Residency)

Typical Process

Apply for Work Permit

Your Taiwanese employer applies to the Workforce Development Agency (WDA) online.

Online Entry Permit Application

Submit application via the National Immigration Agency's online system for HK/Macao residents.

Enter Taiwan

Download and print your Entry Permit. Enter Taiwan and complete registration.

Apply for Residence (IC Card)

Submit the application for a Resident Entry/Exit Permit (IC Card) at the local National Immigration Agency office.

Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in Hong Kong

Tower 1, Lippo Centre, 89 Queensway, Central, HK

Handles specialized entry permits and residency applications

tecos.org.hk

Service Note

Applications for HK residents who are NOT permanent residents or were born in Mainland China follow a more rigorous review process. Most submissions are now handled via the NIA Online Portal.

Taiwan Work Guide