How to study in Taiwan
Compare each route by stay and permit, work rights, cost and who it suits. Sources are under each row.
How do you get there?
Choose a different route, and the permit you need changes.
Live in Taiwan on a working holiday
- Multiple-entry visitor visa (Working Holiday)
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and live in Taiwan for a while.
- Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · up to one year from first entry
You must be 18 to 30 when you apply. Each entry allows up to 180 days. You may apply for an extension in Taiwan, up to one year in total from your first entry. The Japanese MOFA list gives an annual quota of 10,000.
- Can you work?
No separate work permit needed
This visa is treated as a work permit, so you do not need a separate one. The main purpose must be a long holiday, and work is meant to help cover living expenses. Specialised or technical jobs require qualifications and registration recognised in Taiwan.
- Cost
No visa fee
There is no visa fee for Japanese nationals.
Live in Taiwan on a working holiday
- Multiple-entry visitor visa (Working Holiday)
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and live in Taiwan for a while.
Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · up to one year from first entry
You must be 18 to 30 when you apply. Each entry allows up to 180 days. You may apply for an extension in Taiwan, up to one year in total from your first entry. The Japanese MOFA list gives an annual quota of 10,000.
Can you work?
No separate work permit needed
This visa is treated as a work permit, so you do not need a separate one. The main purpose must be a long holiday, and work is meant to help cover living expenses. Specialised or technical jobs require qualifications and registration recognised in Taiwan.
Cost
No visa fee
There is no visa fee for Japanese nationals.
For Japanese citizens. Official names checked on government websites on October 31, 2026.
Sources (official government pages)
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