Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Taiwan?
The official link goes to niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Taiwan entry rules for Vietnamese citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Visitor visa, or Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) if eligible |
| Fee | USD 50 single-entry / USD 100 multiple-entry (overseas); NT$1,600 / NT$3,200 in Taiwan (visa); TAC free (unverified) |
| Stay | As granted (TAC route: short stay) |
| When to apply | Visa: several weeks; TAC: before travel |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Vietnamese passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Taiwan entry requirements.
The details for a Vietnamese passport.
Default: visitor visa from a Taipei Economic and Cultural Office. Shortcut: citizens who meet the conditions can apply online (free) for the ROC Travel Authorization Certificate (TAC) from the National Immigration Agency, generally if they hold (or held) a visa or residence permit from the US, Canada, Japan, Korea, UK, Schengen states, Australia or New Zealand; TAC conditions, stay length (commonly 14 or 30 days) and validity not confirmed in this check.
How long it must be valid.
At least 6 months remaining on the date of entry for visa-exempt and landing-visa entry (US and Japanese passports: valid for the intended stay). Emergency/temporary passports are not accepted for visa-exempt entry.
Recent changes in Taiwan.
- 2026-07-17 — BOCA visa-exemption list updated: Thailand, Brunei and Philippines 14-day visa exemptions now run to 31 Jul 2027 (Oman also listed at 14 days).
- 2026-08-28 — FCDO (updated 28 Aug 2026) and Smartraveller now describe the online arrival card as the Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC), to be completed within 3 days before arrival; launch date of the TWAC system not confirmed.
- 2025-01-02 — Digital nomad visitor visa page published by BOCA (visa-exempt nationals only; income USD 40,000 if 30+, USD 20,000 if 20-29).
The short answers.
Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Taiwan?
Yes. Vietnamese citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Taiwan.
How much does it cost for Vietnamese citizens?
USD 50 single-entry / USD 100 multiple-entry (overseas); NT$1,600 / NT$3,200 in Taiwan (visa); TAC free (unverified). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Vietnamese citizens stay in Taiwan?
As granted (TAC route: short stay). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Vietnamese citizens apply?
Visa: several weeks; TAC: before travel.
Where do Vietnamese citizens apply?
On the official site, niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Taiwan visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.