The normal visa-exempt stay is up to 90 days. UK passport holders may apply after arrival to extend by a further 90 days, up to 180 days total.

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United Kingdom to Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) visa requirements

Q: Does Taiwan require an ETA?

No ETA is issued for this route. You should complete the Taiwan Arrival Card online within 3 days before arrival unless exempt.

Q: Can I work on visa-free entry?

No. Visa-free entry covers tourism, visits, business meetings, cultural or sports events, and similar short activities; work or residence needs the correct visa or permit.

Q: Do I need 6-month passport validity?

Yes for this page's conservative travel guidance: BOCA lists at least 6 months remaining on the date of entry, and GOV.UK advises 6 months after arrival.

Q: Are all UK passport types covered?

No. BOCA says only United Kingdom passport holders with British Citizen status are eligible for visa-exempt entry; other British nationality categories should check with BOCA or a Taipei Representative Office.

British Citizen passport holders can visit Taiwan visa-free for 90 days and may apply in Taiwan to extend once to 180 days. Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs lists United Kingdom passport holders with British Citizen status as eligible for visa-exempt entry for up to 90 days. GOV.UK confirms British citizens can visit Taiwan visa-free for tourism, family or friend visits, business meetings, and cultural or sports events, and can extend the stay by a further 90 days after arrival. BOCA requires a passport valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry, a confirmed return or onward air/sea ticket, and final admissibility at the port of entry. Complete the Taiwan Arrival Card online within 3 days before arrival unless exempt. Visa-free entry is not a work or study permission; employment, long stays, journalism, formal study, or residence require the correct ROC visa or permit through the Taipei Representative Office or Taiwan authorities.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-20

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 2026-06-20

Visa type

Visa-free entry

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days; UK passport holders may apply to extend once up to 180 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries allowed

from issue date

Visa fee

Free

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival

standard track

Validity

Passport valid at least 6 months on entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm British Citizen passport status

BOCA limits the UK visa-exempt route to United Kingdom passport holders with British Citizen status.

· British Citizen· BOCA note

/02

Check passport and ticket

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months on entry and you need a confirmed return or onward air/sea ticket.

· 6 months· onward ticket

/03

Submit Taiwan Arrival Card

Complete the online Taiwan Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival unless you hold a Taiwan resident visa, ARC/APRC, or other exemption.

· TWAC· within 3 days

/04

Enter Taiwan visa-free

At the port of entry, immigration can grant up to 90 days visa-free stay for eligible British Citizen passport holders.

· 90 days· border decision

/05

Stay within permitted activities

Tourism, family/friend visits, business meetings, cultural or sports events are covered; work, study, journalism, or residence need the correct visa or permit.

· no work

/06

Extend or depart

If you need longer, UK passport holders may apply in Taiwan to extend the 90-day visa-exempt stay by a further 90 days; otherwise depart before expiry.

· up to 180 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

United Kingdom -> Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) · Visa-free entry

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredBritish Citizen passport

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

Only this UK passport status is listed for visa-exempt entry

RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months on entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

BOCA requirement; GOV.UK also advises 6 months from arrival

RequiredReturn/onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Confirmed air/sea ticket and seat reservation for departure

RequiredTaiwan Arrival Card

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Submit online within 3 days before arrival unless exempt

RequiredAccommodation details

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Hotel booking or host address

ConditionalPurpose evidence

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Tourism, visit, business meeting, cultural or sports event details if asked

RecommendedTravel insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

Recommended though not listed as an entry condition

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesTaiwan BOCA — Visa-Exempt Entry (created 2026-05-04; accessed 2026-06-20)GOV.UK — Taiwan entry requirements (accessed 2026-06-20)Taiwan National Immigration Agency — Taiwan Arrival Card (accessed 2026-06-20)

Application link included: Taiwan BOCA — Visa-Exempt Entry (created 2026-05-04; accessed 2026-06-20)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa-free entryFreeUp to 90 days on arrival

Taiwan Arrival CardFreeOnline arrival declaration

Visa-exempt extensionCheck with NIAUK passport holders may apply to extend from 90 to 180 days after arrival

Visitor or resident visaVariesFor work, study, journalism, residence, or activities outside visa-free entry

Overstay penaltyFine + possible deportationPenalties are set by Taiwan immigration authorities

Total estimateGBP 0 — GBP 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival

On arrival

No visa or ETA is issued before travel; admissibility is decided at Taiwan immigration.

Taiwan Arrival Card

Within 3 days before arrival

Submit online through the National Immigration Agency TWAC portal.

Visa-exempt extension

Before stay expiry

British Citizen passport holders can apply in Taiwan to extend the 90-day visa-exempt stay by another 90 days.

Visitor/resident visa

Before travel

Apply through Taipei Representative Office channels for activities outside visa-free entry.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Wrong UK passport status

BOCA specifically lists British Citizen status; other British nationality categories should confirm eligibility before travel.

Medium

/02

Passport under 6 months

BOCA requires at least 6 months remaining on the date of entry for most visa-exempt travelers.

Medium

/03

No onward ticket

BOCA requires a confirmed return or onward air/sea ticket for visa-exempt entry.

Medium

/04

Purpose outside visa-free rules

Work, formal study, journalism, residence, and other permit-required activities need the correct visa or permit.

Medium

/05

Overstay

Taiwan can fine, deport, or restrict future entry for overstays.

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

2026-06-19

Reviewed by Claude Code

Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.

2026-06-20

Codex re-checked UK to Taiwan visa-free evidence

Re-verified BOCA, GOV.UK and TWAC official sources; added checked-date, corrected passport validity to 6 months on entry, clarified British Citizen eligibility, TWAC timing, and 90-to-180-day extension wording.

2026-05-27

UK to Taiwan route verified

Confirmed 90-day visa-free for British citizens; no online pre-authorization.

2009-11-01 · major

UK included in Taiwan visa-waiver program

Up to 90 days visa-free for British citizens.

/09 — The questions