TRAVELER

Relocating to Taiwan

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

Available Visa Types for New Zealand Citizens

New Zealand citizens have several pathways: the Employment Gold Card, the Working Holiday Visa, and the standard Resident Visa for Employment. The Working Holiday scheme offers up to 600 spots annually.

Main Work Routes

Employment Gold Card

For top professionals in Tech, Economy, Education, etc. Open work permit for 1-3 years. Includes residency and re-entry status.

Working Holiday

Allows NZ youth (18-30) to work and travel for 1 year. Annual quota: 600 places. Single extension often available.

Professional Employment

Standard sponsorship visa for individuals with a job offer from a registered Taiwanese corporate entity.

General Requirements

Valid New Zealand Passport (6 months+)

Work Permit issued by WDA

Educational Degrees (MFAT & TECO authenticated)

Health Certificate (Official ROC Form)

Police Certificate (Authenticated NPC)

Typical Process

Apply for Work Permit

The employer in Taiwan applies for your work permit via the Workforce Development Agency (WDA) online.

Resident Visa Application

Once the permit is ready, apply for a Resident Visa at your local TECO in New Zealand (Wellington or Auckland).

Enter Taiwan

Enter Taiwan and complete requisite entry and arrival procedures.

ARC Collection

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

Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) in New Zealand

Level 18, 20 Customhouse Quay, Wellington 6011

Offices in Wellington and Auckland handle visa/doc affairs

roc-taiwan.org/nz_en/

Service Note

Educational and non-criminal records must be authenticated by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs and legalized by the TECO office before the visa application.

Taiwan Work Guide