Processing Timeframe: Regular Application: Five (5) working days. Rush Application: Three (3) working days. ** The timeframe given above are the general rule. In the event that this office requests additional supporting documents, asks for corrections to documents, or cases for further evaluation, the processing days will be recalculated (based on regular or expedited cases) from the date when satisfactory documents are provided.
Courier, mail, electronic applications will NOT be accepted.
Please note that this office will NOT adjust its processing time due to applicants' personal travel arrangements. Nor will this office be responsible for any rebooking charges, loss of income, and other financial compensation and/or personal losses arising from the applicant's travel arrangements made for the reason that the visa has not been released.
The Republic of China (Taiwan) only recognizes foreign passports obtained through normal means in accordance with international law. Visa applications using foreign passports obtained through other means, such as investment or procurement, will not be processed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its overseas missions.
