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Do Japan passport holders need a visa to visit Taiwan?

Visa-free up to 90 days. Online Arrival Card recommended. Passport valid 6 months. Japanese ordinary passport holders enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism, business meetings, family visits, and short-term study. Stays are counted per entry with no annual cap. Taiwan strongly recommends filling out the free Online Arrival Card up to 3 days before arrival to speed up immigration. Japanese passports must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry, which is stricter than Japan's outbound passport-validity baseline.
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.
Japan (PR)Living in Japan as a permanent resident? See PR-specific guidance→
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-27
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 6 months on entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Check passport validity
Must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry. One blank page recommended for the entry stamp.
· 6-month rule
/02
Book return travel and accommodation
Confirmed onward ticket and accommodation address required at check-in and immigration.
· return ticket
/03
Submit Taiwan Online Arrival Card
Free online form available up to 3 days before arrival. Speeds up immigration; paper card is the fallback.
· TW arrival card
/04
Arrive in Taiwan
Show passport and (optional) arrival card confirmation. Biometrics taken at e-gates; manual counters available.
· fingerprints
/05
Plan for the 90-day cap
For work, study, or stays beyond 90 days, apply for the appropriate Taiwan visa at the Japan-Taiwan Exchange Association in advance.
· no in-country change
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 8 complete
Japanese passport
Valid 6 months on entry, 1 blank page
Return or onward ticket
Required at boarding and immigration
Accommodation address
Hotel booking or host's address
Online Arrival Card
Recommended — submit within 3 days of arrival
Travel insurance
Recommended; Taiwan has high healthcare standards
EasyCard or iPASS
Convenient for MRT, buses, convenience stores
Cash (TWD)
Useful at night markets and rural areas
International Driving Permit
Required to drive in Taiwan (Japanese licence not directly recognised)
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Visa-free entryFreeUp to 90 days
Online Arrival CardFreeRecommended digital pre-registration
Visa extension (if eligible)TWD 1,000Limited cases at National Immigration Agency
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.
Online Arrival Card
Same day
Free pre-registration up to 3 days before arrival.
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 under 6 months
Taiwan requires 6 months passport validity — boarding can be denied if your passport is closer to expiry.
Low
/02
Suspected work intent
Pre-arranged paid engagements without the right visa can lead to refusal at the port of entry.
Low
/03
Past Taiwan overstays
Any prior overstay or removal significantly affects future visa-free entries.
Low
/04
Insufficient travel evidence
No return ticket, vague itinerary, or unclear accommodation can prompt questioning.
Low
/05
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
2026-05-27
Japan to Taiwan route verified
Confirmed visa-free 90-day entry, Online Arrival Card recommended, 6-month passport rule still in effect.
/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, business, family visits, and short-term study.
Is the Taiwan Online 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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