Taiwan — Taipei 101, Sun Moon Lake, Taroko Gorge
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Taiwan Visa for Indians

Entry Requirements for Indian Passport Holders

Indian passport holders need a visa for Taiwan. Those who hold (or held in the last 10 years) a visa or residence permit from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea or Schengen countries can get a free online Travel Authorisation Certificate instead.

Entry for IndiansVisa Required (eVisa / Travel Authorisation)
Processing3 – 7 working days
Permitted stayUp to 30 days
AppointmentNot required
CapitalTaipei
CurrencyNew Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
LanguageMandarin Chinese
Best time to visitOctober to December

Taiwan Visa Options & Document Checklist

Taiwan Tourist eVisa

Apply online through the Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) eVisa system; some applicants may be asked to submit documents at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India

Processing3 – 7 working days
Validity90 days, single entry
StayUp to 30 days

Documents required

  1. Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival)
  2. Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  3. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)
  5. Day-wise travel itinerary
  6. Personal bank statements for the last 3 months, signed & stamped by the bank
  7. Proof of occupation — Employed: employer NOC / leave approval and last 3 months' salary slips; Self-employed: GST / Udyam / company registration; Students: bonafide certificate or NOC; Retired: pension proof

Travel Authorisation Certificate (eligible Indians)

Register free online with Taiwan's National Immigration Agency

ProcessingInstant – 1 day
Validity90 days, multiple entry
StayUp to 14 days per visit

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Valid (or within last 10 years) visa / residence permit from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, NZ, Japan, South Korea or a Schengen country
  3. Confirmed return or onward air ticket
  4. Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof)

Taiwan Business Visa

Through TECC India (New Delhi, Mumbai or Chennai)

Processing5 – 7 working days
ValidityAs issued
StayAs per visa

Documents required

  1. Original passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival, with at least 2 blank visa pages
  2. Visa application form
  3. Recent colour photograph — 2 photos, 35 × 45 mm, white background, taken within the last 6 months
  4. Invitation letter from the host company in Taiwan on its letterhead, stating the purpose and dates of the visit and who bears the expenses
  5. Covering letter from your Indian employer / company on letterhead confirming your designation, purpose of the trip and who bears the expenses
  6. Confirmed return or onward flight reservation
Information checked September 2026. Visa rules change frequently — our consultants reconfirm the latest requirements with the embassy / official portal before filing. Official sources: Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India. Fees are not listed on this website — contact us for current charges.

About Taiwan

Taiwan is a popular destination for Indian travellers, with a capital at Taipei and a well-connected network of cities including Taipei, Kaohsiung, Taichung. The best time to visit is October to December, when conditions are ideal for exploring highlights such as Taipei 101 and Sun Moon Lake.

Top attractions

Taipei 101Sun Moon LakeTaroko GorgeJiufen

Top cities

TaipeiKaohsiungTaichung
FAQs

Taiwan Visa — FAQs

Indian passport holders need a visa for Taiwan. Those who hold (or held in the last 10 years) a visa or residence permit from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea or Schengen countries can get a free online Travel Authorisation Certificate instead.
Processing is typically 3 – 7 working days. Validity: 90 days, single entry. Permitted stay: Up to 30 days.
The core documents are: Clear colour scan of the passport bio-data page (passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival); Recent colour photograph — digital, as per portal specifications, white background, taken within the last 6 months; Confirmed return or onward flight reservation; Hotel booking for the entire stay (or invitation letter from your host with their ID and address proof); Day-wise travel itinerary. See the complete checklist on this page — our consultants review every document before submission.
No embassy appointment is needed for the main route — the application is made online through the official portal.
No consultancy can guarantee approval — the decision rests solely with the authorities of Taiwan. We maximise your chances through accurate, complete documentation.
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