0401 Guidelines for Hong Kong and Macao Residents to Apply for Entry and Exit Permits over the Counter
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(I) For applicants in Hong Kong or Macao: They should apply through institutions or designated organizations established or commissioned by the Executive Yuan, or through private groups (such as the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office [Hong Kong Office] or the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office [Macao Office]), which will forward the application to the National Immigration Agency (referred to as NIA) for processing. For the second application and onward, they can directly apply to the NIA.
(II) For applicants overseas: They should apply through our embassies, consulates, representative offices, offices, or other institutions authorized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The application will be reviewed by personnel dispatched by the NIA before being forwarded for processing.
II. Required documents:
(I) One copy of the entry and exit application form, along with one recent 2-inch half-body color photo taken within the last two years (same specifications as ID card photos).
(II) The original and one copy of both the front and back sides of the Hong Kong or Macao Permanent Resident ID card (the original one will be returned after verification).
(III) The original and one copy of a Hong Kong or Macao passport with a validity period of more than three months (the original one will be returned after verification).
(IV) If the applicant was born in Mainland China, one of the following documents must be provided:
1. The original and one copy of a certificate of non-registration in Mainland China (the original one will be returned after verification).
2. The original and one copy of the Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents (commonly known as the Home Return Permit) (the original one will be returned after verification).
3. The original and one copy of a notarized certificate of household registration cancellation in Mainland China (the original one will be returned after verification).
(V) A registered return envelope with the recipient's name and address filled in.
(VI) Power of attorney (not required if the applicant is applying in person).
III. Types, validity, and fees of permits:
(I) Types and validity of permits:
1. Single entry and exit permit: Valid for six months from the day after issuance. It allows one entry and exit during the validity period. If unable to enter within the validity period, an extension can be applied only once before the permit expires.
2. Renewable entry and exit permit: Valid for one or three years from the day after issuance. During the validity period, after processing each entry online, entry and exit are permitted. The validity of each entry is six months from the day following the entry date, but it cannot exceed the overall validity period of the permit.
3. Multiple entry and exit permit: Valid for one or three years from the day after issuance. It allows multiple entries and exits during the validity period.
(II) Permit fees:
1. Single entry and exit permit: NT$600.
2. Renewable entry and exit permit: NT$600; each increased entry and exit: NT$600.
3. One-year multiple entry and exit permit: NT$1,000.
4. Three-year multiple entry and exit permit: NT$2,000.
IV. Processing and correction periods:
(I) The processing time is five business days (excluding the submission day, weekends, time for sending by post, and reviews with other agencies).
(II) Supplementary documents must be provided within three months from the day following the notice from the Immigration Agency. If the documents are not provided within this period or if the supplementary documents still do not meet the requirements, the application will be rejected.
V. Duration of stay: The duration of stay starts from the day after entry and must not exceed three months. An extension can be applied for once, and the extension period must not exceed three months.
VI. Reissuance of lost or damaged permits:
(I) Before entry: A new application must be submitted, and fees will be charged according to the Fee standards for issuing new permits.
(II) After entry: Applicants should go to the relevant district office or service station of the Immigration Agency in the municipality, county, or city to apply for a replacement. If the permit is lost or damaged just before departure at an airport or port, applicants can apply for a single exit permit replacement at the National Immigration Agency's border affairs team at the airport or port. The replacement fee is NT$300. After obtaining the replacement permit, it should be used for departure.
VII. Important notes:
(I) If there is an overstay, involvement in activities inconsistent with the permit’s purpose, or any actions that suggest criminal behavior, future applications for entry into Taiwan may be denied.
(II) Long-term job-seeking permit for entry to Taiwan:
1. Eligibility: Applicants must meet the qualifications as specified in Article 2 of the "Republic of China (Taiwan) Regulations Concerning Review and Issuance Procedures for Employment-seeking Visa Applications Submitted by Foreign Professionals."
2. Required documents: In addition to the documents specified in section B, applicants must also provide:
(1) A completed Long-Term Job-Seeking entry and exit permit checklist.
(2) A job-seeking plan.
(3) Proof of average monthly salary for the past six months.
(4) Academic and professional credentials.
(5) Proof of financial ability with at least NT$100,000 or equivalent.
(6) Proof of medical and full hospitalization insurance for the duration of stay in Taiwan.
(7) Non-Criminal record certificate.
(8) Any other documents required by the relevant central government authority.
3. Permit type and validity: Applicants may apply for a multiple-entry permit with a validity of three months.
4. Duration of stay: The stay period is six months, with a maximum total stay of six months.
5. Fee: NT$1,000.
(III) Application for entry to Taiwan by immediate family members of approved specialized professionals:
1. Eligibility: Immediate family members of specialized professionals who have been granted residence.
2. Required Documents: In addition to the documents specified in section B, applicants must also provide:
(1) Proof of familial relationship.
(2) One copy of the valid residence permit of the specialized professional.
3. Permit type and validity: Applicants may apply for a multiple-entry permit with a validity of one year.
4. Duration of stay: The stay period is six months, with the possibility to apply for an extension once, not exceeding six months. The total stay for each permit is a maximum of one year.
5. Fee: NT$1,000.
VIII. Consultation units:
(I) Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Hong Kong Office):
Address: Room 4907-4908, 49th Floor, Central Plaza, 18 Harbor Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong.
Phone: (852) 2525-8316.
(II) Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Macao Office):
Address: A1.Dr.Carlos d’Assumpcao No.411-417, Edif.Dynasty Plaza 5 Andar J-O, Macau.
Phone: (853) 2830-6289.