When I was in Singapore, Thailand and Hongkong last year, there was a full blast ad campaign by Taiwan in those countries to go visit Taiwan. I made a mental calculation that, yeah, count me in too, but most probably next year, which is this year. And since a project is now almost finished, I am up for traveling once again. Although there is an on-going dispute between the Philippines and Taiwan, I am still keen on a tour of Taiwan, probably this Summer. Philippine passport holders need a Visa to enter Taiwan though, so what a bummer, LOL. There are just so many requirements but basically it I guess boils down to show to the immigration officer that you are not going to work in Taiwan and will return to the Philippines after your planned trip. Here’s what I gathered so far:
Visitor and Business Visa requirements
For those who intend to travel to Taiwan, Republic of China for a short visit, shall submit the following:
1. A duly filled up visa application form and indicating N/A if not applicable
2. Two (2) passport size photos 1.5”x2” with white background (taken w/in the last three (3) months)
3. Passport valid for at least six months and old passport showing previous travels
4. Birth Certificate issued by NSO
5. Marriage Contract (if applicable) issued by NSO
6. Supporting documents related to the purpose of VISIT such as :
A. Confirmed round trip Air ticket or Booking Certificate
B. Certificate of Employment and Letter of permission to leave from the employer
C. Financial statements of the applicant such as:
(1) Income Tax Return
(2) Bank Book or Bank Statements
D. Etc.
7. Traveling on BUSINESS, you must also submit:
A. Business letter or trading records from Taiwan Company
B. Certificate of Business Name Registration and SEC Registration（If owner of the company）
C. Invitation Letter from Taiwan company / organization in Chinese letterhead that outlines clearly purpose of your visit and duration of your stay
D. Official letters or request letters from concerned authorities for official trip
E. Seminar program
F. Certificate of Employment; Professional Identification; Company ID
G. Other Supporting Documents if Required such as SSS contribution lists, Pay Slip etc.
8. All documents submitted to this office should be Original and with 1 photocopy
9. The applicant will be scheduled for an interview （if required）
Visa Fee: P2,400.00 (Single entry)/ P4,800.00 (Multiple entry)
(NON-REFUNDABLE) payable upon filing of application
Processing Time : 3 Working days Expedite Fee for single entry : P1,200.00
Processing Time: 1 Working Day Expedite Fee for Multiple entry : P2,400.00
Processing Time: 1 Working Day Filing Time : Monday to Friday 8:45AM to 11:45AM
Releasing Time : Monday to Friday 1:45PM to 4:45PM
NOTE: THIS OFFICE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO WITHHOLD THE REASON FOR THE DISAPPROVAL OF ANY VISA APPLICATION. (Note from MECO).
Prior to the Philippine-Taiwan dispute, Philippine passport holders with valid visas from the US, Canada, Japan, U.K., Schengen Convention countries, Australia or New Zealand, can just apply online to acquire their Taiwan Visa for free, provided they have not worked previously in Taiwan as a blue-collar worker. But since the aforementioned dispute, the privilege has been suspended and you have to apply for a visa in MECO.
If you don’t want to be bothered to apply personally for a visa, travel agencies are allowed to do it for you, you will just have provide them with the required documents enumerated above.
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