# Taiwan visa for Nepali citizens

> Taiwan visa for Nepali citizens: tourist & e-visa requirements, fees, processing time, 60–90 days per entry. Apply online with Yatra For Fun.

Nepali passport holders visiting Taiwan as tourists use the Taiwan Visitor Visa — Tourism. Processing time: 5–14 working days. Apply through Taipei Economic & Cultural Centre — New Delhi.

- **Visa route (tourist):** Visa required
- **Canonical page:** https://yatraforfun.com/visa/taiwan
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-04-25

## Embassy / mission

- **Mission:** Taipei Economic & Cultural Centre — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal)
- **Address:** 34, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India
- **Phone:** +91 11 4607 8888
- **Email:** ind@mofa.gov.tw
- **Hours:** Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00.
- **Application centre:** No physical centre in Nepal — apply at TECC New Delhi directly OR via online eVisa where eligible — Most Nepali applicants travel to Delhi or use authorised travel agents.
- **Online portal:** https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw (Taiwan online visa application) · https://www.boca.gov.tw (Bureau of Consular Affairs)
- **Payment:** INR / USD draft payable to TECC New Delhi for sticker visas; online card for e-Visa.

## Visa categories

### Tourist — Taiwan Visitor Visa — Tourism

**Purpose:** Tourism, sightseeing, leisure (≤ 90 days).
**Stay duration:** 60–90 days per entry.
**Validity:** 3 months single / multi up to 5 years.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 5–14 working days.
**How to apply:** TECC New Delhi (in person or by post via authorised agent).
**Financial requirement:** Bank statement NPR 500,000+ recommended.

**Required documents:**

- Passport (6+ months) + photocopy
- Visa application form (online + signed)
- Photo (4×6cm white background)
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel booking + itinerary
- Bank statement
- Employer letter / business registration

### Business — Taiwan Visitor Visa — Business

**Purpose:** Business meetings, conferences, trade.
**Stay duration:** 60–90 days.
**Validity:** 3 months single / multi-year.
**Entries:** Single or Multiple.
**Processing time:** 5–14 working days.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, form
- Invitation letter from Taiwanese company
- Taiwanese inviter company registration
- Employer letter from Nepal

### Student — Taiwan Resident Visa — Study

**Purpose:** Higher education / Mandarin language at Taiwanese institutions.
**Stay duration:** Per programme; convert to ARC on arrival.
**Validity:** 3 months entry.
**Entries:** Single.
**Processing time:** 14–30 working days.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, form
- Letter of Acceptance from Taiwanese institution
- Academic transcripts (notarised English translation + apostille)
- Health certificate (per BOCA list)
- Proof of financial means

### Work — Taiwan Resident Visa — Work

**Purpose:** Salaried employment / professional / Gold Card programmes.
**Stay duration:** Per work permit; convert to ARC on arrival.
**Validity:** 3 months entry.
**Entries:** Single.
**Processing time:** 4–8 weeks AFTER Taiwan work permit issued.
**How to apply:** Taiwanese employer obtains Work Permit from Ministry of Labour -> visa at TECC New Delhi.

**Required documents:**

- Passport, photo, form
- Original Taiwan Work Permit
- Employment contract
- Education / experience certificates (apostilled + legalised)
- Health certificate
- Police clearance
- DoFE permit + PDO + SSF + insurance

## Important general notes

- Every Nepali-language document MUST be accompanied by a certified English translation — embassies will reject untranslated originals. Where this page's destination notes ask for an apostille or a specific translator, follow those notes; otherwise a translation notarised by a Notary Public is the usual standard.
- Nepalis MUST obtain Taiwan visa — no visa-free entry. Taiwan eVisa is available for SOME Nepalis (limited categories).
- Visitor visa for tourism, business, family visit, conferences; Resident visa for work, study, marriage.
- Visitor visa fee: USD 50 single / USD 100 multi (≈ NPR 6,800 / 13,600).
- Resident visa fee: USD 66 single / USD 132 multi.
- Standard processing 5–14 working days at TECC New Delhi.
- Photo: 4×6cm white background.
- Strong financial scrutiny; bank statement showing NPR 500,000+ recommended for visitor visa.
- For resident (work / study), Taiwanese sponsor must apply with NIA + Bureau of Consular Affairs first.
- Taiwan eVisa: limited to nationals on the eligible list (Nepal NOT generally eligible for tourism eVisa as of 2026); check boca.gov.tw eligibility.

## How to apply (4 steps)

1. **Confirm Taiwan visa eligibility** — Check that your Nepali passport qualifies for the visa type you need (Tourist, Business, Education, Work). Diplomatic / official passport holders may have different rules.
2. **Gather supporting documents** — Prepare: Passport (6+ months) + photocopy; Visa application form (online + signed); Photo (4×6cm white background); Confirmed return ticket; Hotel booking + itinerary; Bank statement.
3. **Submit at No physical centre in Nepal — apply at TECC New Delhi directly OR via online eVisa where eligible** — TECC New Delhi (in person or by post via authorised agent).
4. **Track and collect** — Processing typically takes 5–14 working days. Collect your passport or e-visa as the embassy or visa centre instructs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Which visa do Nepali citizens use to visit Taiwan as tourists?

Nepali passport holders visiting Taiwan for tourism use the Taiwan Visitor Visa — Tourism, which allows a stay of 60–90 days per entry.

### How long does a Taiwan tourist visa take to process for Nepali citizens?

5–14 working days.

### What bank balance is required for a Taiwan visa?

Bank statement NPR 500,000+ recommended.

### How many days can Nepali citizens stay in Taiwan on a tourist visa?

60–90 days per entry (Taiwan Visitor Visa — Tourism).

### Where do Nepali citizens apply for a Taiwan tourist visa?

TECC New Delhi (in person or by post via authorised agent).

### What documents are required for a Taiwan tourist visa from Nepal?

Required documents include: Passport (6+ months) + photocopy; Visa application form (online + signed); Photo (4×6cm white background); Confirmed return ticket; Hotel booking + itinerary; Bank statement; Employer letter / business registration.

### Which Taiwan mission handles visa applications from Nepal?

Taipei Economic & Cultural Centre — New Delhi (consular jurisdiction over Nepal), 34, Paschimi Marg, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India. Phone: +91 11 4607 8888. Applications are lodged at No physical centre in Nepal — apply at TECC New Delhi directly OR via online eVisa where eligible, Most Nepali applicants travel to Delhi or use authorised travel agents.

### Can Nepali citizens apply for a Taiwan business visa?

Yes — Taiwan Visitor Visa — Business. Business meetings, conferences, trade. Processing: 5–14 working days.

### Is there an official online portal for the Taiwan visa?

Yes. The official starting point is https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw.

### How is the Taiwan visa fee paid?

INR / USD draft payable to TECC New Delhi for sticker visas; online card for e-Visa.

### Can Yatra For Fun help with a Taiwan visa application?

Yes — Yatra For Fun's visa desk can help you prepare your Taiwan visa file over WhatsApp (the embassy or visa centre makes the decision), and you can order reservation documents for your file: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.

## Sources

- https://www.roc-taiwan.org/in_en — TECC New Delhi
- https://www.boca.gov.tw — Taiwan Bureau of Consular Affairs
- https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw — Taiwan online visa portal

## Related

- All visa guides for Nepali citizens: https://yatraforfun.com/visa
- Dummy flight ticket for visa files: https://yatraforfun.com/dummy-ticket

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*Yatra For Fun (https://yatraforfun.com) helps Nepali citizens prepare visa files over WhatsApp — the embassy or visa centre makes the decision — and sells reservation documents for visa files: a dummy flight ticket (NPR 999) and a dummy hotel booking (NPR 499). The reference number is a Yatra For Fun document number, not an airline PNR, so it will not appear on an airline's Manage Booking page.*