Taiwan DIGI
Gold Card

The 4-in-1 Card:
Work Visa + Residence Permit + Alien Resident Certificate + Re-entry Permit
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In May 2023, the Taiwan Ministry of Digital Affairs announced a new category for Gold Card applicants to attract international talent in the Digital Economy. This new category has new qualification criteria tailored towards those working at startups and in emerging technology.

Applicants must fulfill at least one of the following requirements:

  • 8 years of relevant experience in the digital economy fields

  • Currently or previously hold a job in the digital economy fields with salary of at least NT $160,000 (~$5,000 USD) per month

  • Has a doctorate degree from one of the top 500 universities in the world

  • Has expertise in the products or services required in digital economy-related fields, a doctorate degree in a related field, and 4 years of relevant professional experience

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Gold Card is an Alien Residence Certificate that grants the holder the right to freely work for any employer in Taiwan or abroad and live in Taiwan for up to 3 years. The card also includes a multiple re-entry permit valid for the duration of the card.

    Some other benefits include:

    • Access to National Health Insurance

    • Reduced income taxes in Taiwan (conditions apply)

    • Ability to lease and own property in Taiwan

    • Residence in Taiwan for spouse and minor children; visitor visas of up to one year for parents and grandparents

    • Ability to open a Taiwanese bank account

    • E-Gate and special immigration lanes at the airport

    • A Uniform Identification (UI) number to sign up for various services in Taiwan

    These benefits may still be useful for people who do not wish to permanently reside in Taiwan but might often travel to Taiwan.

  • There are many different professional fields for which applicants can qualify, including sports, law, art, finance, and more in addition to the digital field. Please see the official website for more details about qualification requirements.

  • In general, the process takes at least 60 business days (approximately 12 weeks) from initial application to approval. For overseas applications, your passport will have to be inspected by your local Taiwan embassy or overseas mission/office. If you need to expedite the application process for a smooth entry to Taiwan during Taipei Blockchain Week, please contact the Gold Card team below to confirm the relevant procedures.

  • The cost is dependent on country of citizenship and duration of the Gold Card. For US Citizens applying abroad, the cost is NT$7,790–9,790 (~$240–300 USD). For residents of Hong Kong and Macau, the price is NT$3,100 (~$95 USD). For everyone else, the cost is NT$3,700–5,700 (~$115–175 USD).

    Refer to the Gold Card application information page for more details

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