Taiwan grants visa-free entry for business and trade-fair visits to passport holders from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, EU/EEA states, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea and other designated countries, generally for up to 90 days on arrival. Nationals of countries without a waiver must obtain a visitor visa in advance from a Taipei representative office, typically USD 50 for single entry or USD 100 for multiple entry, with 5–14 working days of processing. Apply through the Bureau of Consular Affairs (boca.gov.tw) and carry an invitation letter, hotel booking and onward ticket. ATA Carnets are accepted for temporary equipment admission, but fishery and food samples need separate quarantine clearance.
Estimated cost: Varies by visa type and nationality (check official site).
Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.
90-day duration of stay applies for most designated nationalities; a return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation or business purpose may be requested at immigration. Apply through the nearest Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office with an invitation letter from the organiser, confirmed hotel booking and return flight details. Fees vary by reciprocity for some nationalities.
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