🇹🇼 Taiwan
Visa for international students pursuing degree programs or Mandarin language study in Taiwan. Requires acceptance from a Taiwan university or registered language center. Degree students can work part-time up to 20 hours/week with work permit. Language students have more limited work rights. Join NHI after 6 months residence (or immediately if enrolled in degree program at some universities). Taiwan universities offer programs in English, particularly in STEM and business. Government scholarships available (Taiwan Scholarship, ICDF). After graduation, can apply for work permit with job offer or qualify for Gold Card. Mandarin training is world-class with traditional characters.
Processing Time
2-4 weeks
Cost
Visa fee varies by nationality, plus tuition
Duration
Duration of study program
Work Rights
Degree students: 20 hrs/week with permit; language students: limited
Renewability
Renewable each academic year
Path to Permanent Residence
No
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