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Japan to Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) visa requirements

Visa-free up to 90 days. Complete the free Taiwan Arrival Card online before arrival. Japanese passports need only cover the intended stay. Japanese ordinary passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, family visits, transit, social visits, and short business meetings or other activities that do not require a separate permit. Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs lists Japan in the 90-day visa-exempt group and states that Japan nationals are eligible with a passport valid for the intended period of stay, not a six-month validity rule. From October 1, 2025, the National Immigration Agency replaced paper arrival cards with the free online Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC); foreign visitors entering under visa exemption must complete it before immigration clearance, normally within three days before arrival.
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 (Stay 90 days)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
Free
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport valid for intended stay; TWAC required before clearance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Japanese nationals are exempt from the general six-month rule; BOCA says the passport must be valid for the intended period of stay. Airlines may still ask for a safety margin.
· valid for stay
/02
Book return travel and accommodation
BOCA requires a confirmed return or onward air/sea ticket with seat reservation. Keep accommodation details available if asked.
· return ticket
/03
Submit Taiwan Arrival Card
Complete the free TWAC on the official NIA website before arrival, normally within three days before landing. Paper arrival cards were replaced from October 1, 2025.
· TWAC online
/04
Arrive in Taiwan
Present your passport at immigration. Once the passport is scanned, the officer retrieves the submitted TWAC data; you do not need to print the confirmation.
· TWAC retrieved
/05
Plan for the 90-day cap
Visa-exempt stay starts from the day after arrival and is generally not extendable for Japanese visitors. For work, permit-based study, or long stays, apply for the appropriate visa or permit in advance.
· no routine extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items
Personalized checklist
Japan -> Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) · Visa-free entry (Stay 90 days)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RecommendedJapanese passport
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
Valid for intended stay; airline safety margin recommended
RequiredReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Required at boarding and immigration
RequiredAccommodation address
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
Hotel booking or host's address
RequiredTaiwan Arrival Card (TWAC)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required online before immigration clearance; free
RecommendedTravel insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Recommended; Taiwan has high healthcare standards
RequiredEasyCard or iPASS
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Convenient for MRT, buses, convenience stores
RequiredCash (TWD)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Useful at night markets and rural areas
RequiredInternational Driving Permit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
Required to drive in Taiwan (Japanese licence not directly recognised)
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 2026-05-04Taiwan National Immigration Agency — TWAC mandatory from 2025-10-01, published 2025-09-21Taiwan National Immigration Agency — TWAC is free, published 2025-11-21
Application link included: Taiwan BOCA — Visa-Exempt Entry, created 2026-05-04
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 90 days
Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC)FreeMandatory online arrival-card registration
Visa extensionNormally unavailableVisa-exempt stays are generally not extendable for Japanese visitors
Long-stay visa (work/study)VariesThrough Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Tokyo
Total estimateFree — Freeincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free arrival
Minutes
Standard airport entry; e-gates available for many Japanese travellers.
Taiwan Arrival Card
Same day
Free online registration before arrival, normally within 3 days before landing.
Long-stay visa
5-10 working days+
Required for stays beyond 90 days, work, or study; apply via TECO in Tokyo.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Passport not valid for the trip
Japanese passports need to cover the intended stay, but airlines may still deny boarding if the passport expires too soon.
Low
/02
No TWAC submission
From October 2025, the online arrival card is mandatory before immigration clearance. Use only the official free TWAC website.
Medium
/03
Suspected work intent
Pre-arranged paid engagements without the right visa can lead to refusal at the port of entry.
Low
/04
Past Taiwan overstays
Any prior overstay or removal significantly affects future visa-free entries.
Low
/05
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket, vague itinerary, or unclear accommodation can prompt questioning.
Low
/06
Prohibited items at customs
Pork products (African swine fever), certain plants, and unapproved medications can lead to fines.
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 fact-check
Rechecked Japan-to-Taiwan visa-free entry against Taiwan BOCA and NIA sources; corrected passport-validity rule for Japanese nationals and changed TWAC from recommended to mandatory.
2026-05-27
Japan to Taiwan route previously verified
Earlier verification confirmed visa-free 90-day entry; superseded details were refreshed on 2026-06-20.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Taiwan?—
No — Japanese ordinary passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, family visits, transit, short business meetings, and other activities that do not require a separate permit.
Is the Taiwan Arrival Card mandatory?+
Do I need 6 months on my passport?+
Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?+
Can I drive in Taiwan with my Japanese licence?+
Is there bringing in pork or beef restrictions?+
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