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Taiwan Visa for Hong Kong Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Hong Kong SAR passport holders can obtain an online Taiwan entry permit in advance through the National Immigration Agency's e-entry system; approval is typically issued within minutes to hours, free of charge for short tourist stays up to 30 days.

Guide last updated October 25, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • HKSAR passport valid at least 6 months beyond stay (or a valid Hong Kong/Macau Resident Travel Permit)
  • Completed online application with personal details and travel dates
  • Valid return or onward ticket
  • No photo upload required for the standard online entry permit
  • No biometrics required in advance; fingerprints may be taken by immigration on arrival
  • Travel insurance recommended but not mandatory

Visa types

  • Online Entry Permit for HK/Macau residents: single entry, up to 30 days, free, for tourism, business, or visiting family
  • Multiple Entry Permit: longer validity for frequent travelers, requires a separate application and a small fee
  • Work/Study permits require a separate application through Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs or National Immigration Agency with employer or school sponsorship

Visa on arrival

  • Most Hong Kong residents apply online in advance through the National Immigration Agency's e-entry permit system, receiving an approval notice by email usually within minutes to a few hours. This approval must be printed and presented, along with the passport, at immigration upon arrival at Taoyuan or other Taiwanese airports, functioning similarly to a visa-on-arrival confirmation rather than requiring a separate counter visit. Travelers without pre-approval can, in limited cases, apply at the airport immigration counter, though this risks delays and is generally discouraged.

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry online permit: free of charge for most Hong Kong tourist applicants
  • Processing: typically near-instant to a few hours
  • Multiple Entry Permit: around TWD 600-1,000, processed within several working days through the Taipei-linked service network or online

Tips for Hong Kong travelers

  • Apply online at least 1-3 days before departure even though approval is usually fast
  • Print the approval notice, as airlines sometimes check it before boarding
  • Common rejection reasons: mismatched passport/ID details or incomplete travel history disclosure
  • Frequent travelers should apply for the Multiple Entry Permit to skip repeat applications
  • Extensions of stay are handled at National Immigration Agency service centers within Taiwan

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.