Taiwan•AsiaPermanent Residency Certificate (APRC)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-60 days
Application Fee
4,000 TWD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Permanent residency for foreign nationals meeting long-term residency requirements. Can lead to eventual citizenship eligibility.
The Alien Permanent Resident Certificate (APRC) is the highest form of residency available to foreign nationals in Taiwan without acquiring R.O.C. citizenship.
To qualify, applicants must have legally resided in Taiwan for at least 5 consecutive years with a residence of no less than 183 days per year. Permanent residents enjoy most of the rights and privileges of Taiwan citizens, though they cannot vote or hold political office. Alternative pathways exist for Gold Card holders who meet specific criteria.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
672,000 TWD
per year
Minimum Savings
5,000,000 TWD
Personal
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Professional
Required Skills
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: CN, HK, MO
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Residence proof
5 years consecutive residence with 183+ days annually
ARC records
Alien Resident Certificate documentation
Criminal record certificate
Police clearance from all countries resided
Health certificate
Medical examination report
Financial self-sufficiency
Proof of income or assets (may be waived for spouses with Taiwan household registration)
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Advantages
- Indefinite residency
- Most citizen rights without citizenship
- Pathway to citizenship
- Can bring family
- Work anywhere in Taiwan
- Health insurance access
Considerations
- Requires 5+ years residency
- Must maintain 183 days annual stay
- Strict criminal record check
- Cannot vote or hold office
- Must apply through immigration office
Application Process
Meet residency requirement
Legally reside in Taiwan for 5 consecutive years with 183+ days per year
Prepare documentation
Gather residence records and supporting documents
Submit application
Apply at National Immigration Agency service station
Background check
Immigration verifies residency and conducts checks
Interview
Attend interview if required
Receive APRC
Permanent residency certificate issued
Application Forms
APRC Application Form
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