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Do France passport holders need a visa to visit Taiwan?

French citizens get 90 days visa-free in Taiwan; no online pre-authorization required, just a valid passport and onward ticket. French passport holders enjoy 90 days visa-free entry to Taiwan as tourists or for short business trips. Taiwan has no ETA/eTA system. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay, with onward/return ticket required. China Airlines operates CDG-TPE direct; EVA Air also serves CDG-TPE. Other French travellers can connect via Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Bangkok, or Frankfurt. Extension to 180 days is possible from National Immigration Agency (NIA) field offices for NTD 1,000. Work, study, journalism, and longer stays require an appropriate ROC visa (visitor/resident) from TECO Paris.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-27
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
Visa type
Visa-free entry
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries allowed
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid for duration of stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
French passport valid for the entire stay. 1 blank page.
· valid for stay
/02
Book onward/return ticket
Confirmed ticket out of Taiwan within 90 days.
· onward ticket
/03
Arrive at Taoyuan (TPE) or Kaohsiung (KHH)
Use e-Gate (eligible after one entry+registration) or counters. 90-day visa-free stamp issued.
· 90-day stamp
/04
Optional: Register for e-Gate
After first entry, register at NIA counter for future automated entries.
· e-Gate optional
/05
Track your stay
Note the 90-day expiry.
· check stamp date
/06
Extend or exit
Extension up to additional 90 days at NIA offices (NTD 1,000). Exit before stamp expires.
· extension possible
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

6 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 6 complete
French passport
Valid for stay duration, 1 blank page
Return/onward ticket
Confirmed flight out within 90 days
Accommodation details
Hotel booking or host address
Sufficient funds
EUR 50-100/day recommended
Travel insurance
Recommended though not required
Immigration arrival card
Filled on plane or online via NIA portal
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 90 days on arrival
Extension (in-country)NTD 1,000 (~EUR 30)Additional 90 days from NIA; apply 7+ days before expiry
Visitor visa (60 days)EUR 50-100For longer/work/study; apply at TECO Paris
Resident visaEUR 100+Required for stays >180 days, work, study
Overstay penaltyNTD 2,000-10,000Plus deportation and re-entry ban
Total estimateEUR 0 — EUR 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
On arrival
No pre-authorization required. Counter or e-Gate (after registration).
e-Gate registration
10 minutes at NIA counter
One-time after first entry; speeds future arrivals.
Extension request
1-3 business days at NIA
Apply at least 7 days before stamp expires.
Visitor visa
5-10 business days
At TECO Paris.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No onward ticket
Airlines may deny boarding; CIQ can refuse entry without proof of departure.
Low
/02
Frequent visa-runs
Repeated short exits raise suspicion; secondary inspection possible.
Low
/03
Insufficient funds shown
TPE officers may request proof of accommodation and funds.
Low
/04
Overstay
Strict enforcement; re-entry bans of 1-7 years.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-27
France to Taiwan route verified
Confirmed 90-day visa-free for French citizens; no online pre-authorization.
2009-11-01 · major
EU members in Taiwan visa-waiver program
French citizens qualify for 90 days visa-free.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do French citizens need a visa for Taiwan?—
No - up to 90 days visa-free, no online pre-authorization needed.
Does Taiwan require ETA like other Asian countries?+
How long can I stay?+
Can I work on visa-free entry?+
Direct flights from France?+
Do I need 6-month passport validity?+
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