🇹🇼 Taiwan · Skilled independent
Taiwan Employment Gold Card — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,744 |
| Minimum annual salary | TWD 1,920,000 |
| Proof of savings | €43,589 |
| Minimum investment | €87,179 |
| Work experience | 4+ years |
| Education | phd |
| Age range | 18–65 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €83 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months.
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-economy/.
- Typical processing: ~28 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,744.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“have obtained a doctoral degree or above in related fields at a domestic or foreign university, and have either received an international invention/innovation award or have more than four years of work experience in related fields”
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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 2026-06-25.