Preedee TeoLooking for a new place to live, work, and play? You might not have to look any further than Taiwan as your destination choice for that particular purpose! Taiwan is offering a digital nomad visa, allowing remote workers to stay and explore the island nation for up to six months. This new initiative aims to attract global talent and provide remote workers with a space away from their homes to work, live and chase new adventures!
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Joint visa scheme in collaboration with other countries
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Countries like Japan, Thailand, and South Korea have introduced their own visa schemes to attract digital nomads all around the world. Taiwan’s digital nomad visa scheme is aimed at complementing these offerings. For instance, remote workers can now move to Taiwan after completing their non-extendable six-month stay under Japan’s digital nomad visa program.
Current visa options and future plans
Currently, remote workers in Taiwan rely on visa-free entry or a standard tourist visa, which limits their stay to three months. The new digital nomad visa will come into effect after approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, allowing remote workers to extend their stay for a significant period.
Aside from enhancing its visa schemes, Taiwan is facilitating a smoother process for other talented and well-to-do employees to acquire permanent residency in the country, further enhancing its appeal as a destination for global talent.
Comparing regional digital nomad schemes
- Thailand: The ‘Destination Thailand Visa’ allows remote workers to stay for 180 days, with an option to extend for another 180 days at an additional cost.
- Japan: Japan’s digital nomad visa permits a stay of up to 180 days for citizens of 49 countries and territories, including EU member states.
- South Korea: South Korea’s unique Workation Visa allows employees to stay for up to one year, by which they have the option of extending their stay for an additional year.
Exploring Taiwan
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As Taiwan is hopeful about bringing in more digital nomads, there are plenty of activities and cultural experiences for remote workers to enjoy. From bustling night markets to serene landscapes, Taiwan offers a vibrant and enriching environment for those looking to combine work with exploration.
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Taiwan’s new digital nomad visa scheme is set to make the island nation an exciting and dynamic hub for remote workers from around the world.
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