🇹🇼 Taiwan · Artist Entertainer
Foreign freelance art workers — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €221 |
| Minimum annual salary | €2,757 |
| Proof of savings | €276 |
| Minimum investment | €138 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Work experience | 4+ years |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €55 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://goldcard.nat.gov.tw/en/qualification/field-of-culture-and-arts/.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €221.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada a contrato/engajamento/evento; fonte não confere PR (rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Foreign specialist professional Who Possesses Special Expertise in the Field of Culture and Arts ... 1. Performing Arts”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.