Dependent Resident Visa (Family Reunion)

Residency Pathway PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

At a Glance

Processing Time

5–10 days

Estimated Cost

NT$2,200 TWD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Matches primary resident's ARC

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

Yes

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Dependent Resident Visa (Family Reunion)

The Dependent Resident Visa allows spouses and minor children of foreign professionals or investors to reside in Taiwan. The validity of the visa is contingent upon the primary resident's ARC status. Applicants must provide authenticated proof of their relationship to the primary resident.

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Proof of relationship (marriage certificate or birth certificate)

Primary resident must hold a valid ARC

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Marriage/Birth certificate

Primary resident's ARC copy

Health certificate

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows family reunification
Access to local services

Worth Knowing

Dependent status is strictly tied to the primary resident
Requires document authentication
Primary resident's status expired
Unauthenticated relationship documents

Application Process

Verify primary resident's status

Apply for Dependent Resident Visa

Enter Taiwan

Apply for ARC at NIA

Application Forms

Online Visa Application

Fill online

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