Taiwan Visa-Free for Filipinos: Everything You Need to Know
Filipino travelers rejoice! Taiwan remains visa-free for Filipinos until 31 July 2025 for a period of up to 14 days.
In line with Taiwan’s promotion of the New Southbound Policy (NSP), the visa-free entry trial for Southeast Asian countries including the Philippines, Thailand, and Brunei has been extended for another year, starting from 1 Aug 2024 until 31 July 2025. Read the official announcement of the Taiwan visa-free extension from Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA).
[NEWS]: Did you know that Taiwan will also offer digital nomad visas soon? According to Taipei Times, the National Development Council (NDC) will issue a 6-month digital nomad visa to attract global talent who want to work remotely while in Taiwan.
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What are the requirements for Filipinos to enter Taiwan visa-free?
As with any other visa-free country for Filipinos, you should prepare the following:
- Philippine Passport with at least six (6) months validity
- Confirmed hotel booking (See our list of the best Taipei hotels and best Ximending hotels)
- Confirmed round-trip flights
- Contact details of host or sponsor
- Sufficient travel funds to finance your trip
- Travel insurance (not required but recommended)
Taiwan travel tips
1. Philippine passport – Your Philippine passport should have at least 6 months validity prior to your intended travel date. You could be denied entry to Taiwan if your passport validity is less than 6 months. You should renew your Philippine passport first if that’s the case. Bring your old passports (with stamps) if your current passport is still empty. It’ll leave you with less questioning at the immigration if you can provide proof that you are a frequent traveler.
2. Immigration – We’ve heard horror stories about being offloaded, so we recommend that you keep calm and provide the needed information and documents when it’s your turn at the immigration counter. Relax, you’ll get through it!
3. Accommodation – Pick hotels that offer free cancellation of up to 48 hours in case you change your mind. You may check out some accommodation options on Klook or Agoda.
4. Forms (Departure / Arrival) – Get your eTravel QR Code 72 hours before your departure or arrival to the Philippines. Fill out the Online Arrival Card before arriving in Taiwan. You will need to present this to the immigration in Taiwan when you arrive.
5. Transportation – Buy your Taiwan EasyCard ahead so you can pay for public transport like trains, buses, taxis, and bikes while exploring Taiwan. Read our Taiwan EasyCard guide to know more. You may also want to read our Taoyuan Airport to transfers to know what to ride from the airport.
6. Tourist Pass – Consider getting a Taipei FunPASS to gain free access to over 30 attractions + unlimited rides on public transportation in Taipei. Read our Taipei Fun Pass guide for more info.
7. Internet – Prepare your Taiwan SIM card, Taiwan eSIM, or pocket WiFi so you have connectivity as soon as you land. Read our Taiwan SIM card or pocket WiFi guide to help you decide.
8. Lucky Draw – Register at Taiwan the Lucky Land draw at least one day before your trip to join the lucky draw upon arrival at the airport and win travel prizes. The campaign runs until 30 June 2025 so don’t miss it!
9. Baggage – Travel light and don’t overpack to avoid spending on luggage. Taiwan is just a two-hour flight from the Philippines, and you can easily buy affordable stuff when you arrive there.
10. Health and safety protocols – Most importantly, follow the health and safety protocols set by the governments of the Philippines and Taiwan.
Taiwan is one of our favorite countries, and we couldn’t be happier about this news. Since 2017, we’ve taken advantage of Taiwan’s visa-free entry for Filipinos and explored the West Coast including Taipei, Tainan, Taichung, and Kaohsiung. We can’t wait to be back to experience the East Coast and beyond.
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For more information about Taiwan, visit Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines (TECO) or Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA).