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Saudi Arabia to Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) visa requirements

A Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder needs a visa for Taiwan, but qualifies for the convenient online eVisa for short tourist stays. Saudi Arabia is NOT on Taiwan's visa-exempt list. The eVisa allows a single entry and up to 30 days, must be obtained before travel, and the standard government fee is NT$1,600 (plus a NT$46 online card processing fee). Saudi Arabian nationals are not eligible for visa-free or landing-visa entry to Taiwan, so a visa must be obtained in advance. However, Saudi Arabia is officially listed by Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) as an eVisa-eligible nationality, which is the recommended channel for tourism and short visits. The eVisa is applied for entirely online, is issued for a single entry, permits a stay of up to 30 days, and remains valid for entry within 3 months of issuance. The application fee is NT$1,600 (approximately US$51 / SAR 195), plus a NT$46 online credit-card processing surcharge. Applicants need a passport valid at least 6 months, a recent photo, proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details and sufficient funds. The Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Riyadh also confirms that Saudi nationals require a visa to enter Taiwan; the eVisa simply provides a faster, paperless route compared with the traditional sticker visa. Taiwan is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Verified against BOCA (boca.gov.tw) and the ROC Taipei office in Saudi Arabia as of 2026-05-30.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (electronic visitor visa) for tourism/short visit
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
NT$1,600 + NT$46 online processing fee (approx. US$51 / SAR 195 total)
consular fee only
Processing time
Typically up to 10 working days; apply early
standard track
Validity
Enter within 3 months of issuance
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eVisa eligibility
Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders are listed by Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs as eligible for the eVisa. Confirm your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended entry date.
· Eligibility· Passport 6 months
/02
Gather supporting documents
Prepare a digital passport bio-page scan, a recent passport-style photo, return/onward flight booking, accommodation details, and evidence of sufficient funds for the stay.
· Documents· Digital copies
/03
Complete the online application
Go to the official BOCA eVisa portal (visawebapp.boca.gov.tw) and fill in the MRV application form with your personal, passport and travel details.
· Online form· Official portal
/04
Pay the eVisa fee
Pay NT$1,600 plus the NT$46 online credit-card processing fee using a valid international card.
· NT$1,646 total· Card payment
/05
Receive and print the eVisa
Wait for processing (allow up to 10 working days). Once approved, download and print the eVisa authorization to present at check-in and immigration.
· Print copy· Up to 10 days
/06
Travel to Taiwan within validity
Enter Taiwan within 3 months of issuance and stay up to 30 days on the single entry. Carry your printed eVisa, passport, return ticket and accommodation proof.
· 3-month window· 30-day stay
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Saudi Arabia -> Taiwan (Chinese Taipei) · eVisa (electronic visitor visa) for tourism/short visit
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RequiredPassport valid at least 6 months beyond entry date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted BOCA online eVisa application form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RequiredRecent passport-style colour photograph (digital)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Taiwan
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredInternational credit card for the NT$1,646 fee payment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPrinted copy of the approved eVisa for boarding and immigration
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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 - eVisa eligibility (countries list)Taiwan BOCA - eVisa application feeTaiwan BOCA - Visa-Exempt Entry, Landing Visa and eVisa
Application link included: Taiwan BOCA - eVisa eligibility (countries list)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa application feeNT$1,600Standard Taiwan government eVisa fee (single entry)
Online processing surchargeNT$46Credit-card processing fee for online payment
Approximate total (USD)US$51Approximate equivalent of NT$1,646; varies with exchange rate
Approximate total (SAR)SAR 195Approximate equivalent for reference; varies with exchange rate
Total estimateNT$1,646 (approx. US$51 / SAR 195) — NT$1,646 (approx. US$51 / SAR 195)incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa (online)
Up to 10 working days
Recommended channel: fully online, single entry, 30-day stay. Apply at least two weeks before travel.
Traditional visitor visa (TECRO Riyadh)
3 working days (standard) / next day (urgent)
Sticker visa from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Riyadh; more documents required.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Not on Taiwan's visa-exempt list
Saudi Arabia is not among the nationalities granted visa-free entry to Taiwan, so a visa must be arranged before travel.
High
/02
eVisa eligibility confirmed
BOCA officially lists Saudi Arabia as an eVisa-eligible nationality, providing a fast paperless route for tourists.
High
/03
No landing visa for Saudi nationals
Visa-on-arrival is not available to Saudi passport holders, so the eVisa or sticker visa must be obtained in advance.
Medium
/04
Single entry only
The eVisa permits one entry; travellers planning to leave and re-enter need a new visa or a multiple-entry sticker visa.
Medium
/05
Taiwan not in Schengen
Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply; Taiwan operates its own independent visa regime.
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
2026-05-30 · major
Saudi Arabia to Taiwan route verified
Confirmed via Taiwan BOCA and the Taipei office in Riyadh that Saudi ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt but are eligible for the eVisa (single entry, 30 days, NT$1,600 + NT$46).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Saudi citizens enter Taiwan without a visa?—
No. Saudi Arabia is not on Taiwan's visa-exempt list. A visa must be obtained before travel, but Saudi nationals qualify for the convenient online eVisa.
How long can I stay in Taiwan on the eVisa?+
How much does the Taiwan eVisa cost?+
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