Resident Visa for Foreign Spouse of ROC Citizen (No Household Registration)

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

At a Glance

Processing Time

8 days

Application Fee

2,200 TWD

Stay Duration

Duration of ARC

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Not Specified

PR Pathway

Available

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Resident Visa for Foreign Spouse of ROC Citizen (No Household Registration)

This visa is for foreign spouses of ROC citizens who do not yet have household registration in Taiwan. It provides a stable residency status and generally includes work authorization. Holders must apply for an ARC upon arrival to maintain their legal status.

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Legally married to an ROC citizen

Spouse must not currently have household registration in Taiwan

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Marriage certificate

Spouse's ROC identification

Health certificate

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Work authorization included
Path to citizenship

Worth Knowing

Requires document authentication
Specific rules for non-household registered spouses
Invalid marriage registration
Failure to provide health certificate

Application Process

Register marriage

Apply for Resident Visa

Enter Taiwan

Apply for ARC at NIA

Application Forms

Online Visa Application

Fill online

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