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Taiwan Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa Free

German citizens can enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 90 days for tourism or business, requiring only a valid passport and onward ticket.

Guide last updated September 10, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry
  • No visa application required for stays up to 90 days
  • Proof of onward or return ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or address of stay) may be requested at immigration
  • No specific photo requirement since no visa application is filed
  • No biometrics required for visa-free entry, though fingerprinting may occur at the immigration counter
  • Travel health insurance is recommended but not mandatory

Visa types

  • Visa-exempt entry - single or multiple entries, valid for stays up to 90 days per visit, no fee
  • Business Visa - for activities beyond visa-exempt scope (e.g. long-term business assignments), single/multiple entry, fee around EUR 35-60, processed through the Taipei Representative Office in Germany
  • Resident Visa - for employment, study, or marriage-based residence, requires separate application through the representative office

Entry conditions

  • Up to 90 days per visit as a tourist or for business meetings, conferences, and short-term activities
  • No paid employment permitted under visa-exempt status
  • Show passport, onward ticket, and address of stay in Taiwan at immigration
  • One extension of up to 90 days may be requested from the National Immigration Agency for compelling reasons (medical, unavoidable travel disruption), though routine extensions are not typically granted for tourism

Fees & processing time

  • No fee for visa-exempt entry
  • No service fee or processing time - entry is immediate on arrival with a valid passport
  • Business or Resident Visa fees run approximately EUR 35-60, processed in 4-5 business days at the Taipei Representative Office in Berlin
  • No express option typically needed given the standard turnaround is already short

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Ensure your passport has at least 6 months' validity and a blank page for the entry stamp
  • Carry proof of onward travel, as airlines may check before boarding
  • No rejection risk for visa-exempt entry since no application is required
  • Extensions are rarely granted for tourists - plan your full itinerary within the initial 90 days
  • For longer stays (study, work, family), apply for the appropriate visa at the Taipei Representative Office in Germany before travel

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.