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Visa Rules in Taiwan
The following visa rules apply for holders of the "Republic of China" and the "Republic of China Taiwan" ordinary passports.
In case of a Schengen transit visa (valid for all Schengen states) only transit through
Switzerland is possible (no stay).
In case of a Schengen visa with single entry free entry and stay allowed only if Schengen
visa has not been used yet. It is therefore highly recommended to obtain a multiple entry
Schengen visa.
(*Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden).
- Without valid Schengen visa*
A separate visa for Switzerland is required for business, tourism or visiting purposes under the following conditions:
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For Business purpose
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For Tourism Purpose
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For Visiting purpose
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Documents required
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Application Form
Passport and 1 copy of passport first page with full name, photo and passport number (validity of at least 90 days after leaving Switzerland)
One photo (recent date, undamaged)
Copy of ID card
English employment certificate from Taiwanese company
Invitation letter from Swiss company or recent inter- communication letter
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Application Form (applicant under 18 years old, the form should be signed by parents)
Passport and 1 copy of passport first page with full name, photo and passport number (validity of at least 90 days after leaving Switzerland)
One photo (recent date, undamaged)
Copy of ID card
Employment certificate from Taiwanese company or bank statement (either English or Chinese version)
Round trip flight ticket with 1 copy
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Application Form (applicant under 18 years old, the form should be signed by parents)
Passport and 1 copy of passport first page with full name, photo and passport number (validity of at least 90 days after leaving Switzerland)
One photo (recent date, undamaged)
Copy of ID card
Guarantee Letter
(fill out separate form and send to friend/relative in Switzerland to
guarantee for your stay and to have it approved by Swiss Alien
Police; requires approx. 1-2 months for processing)
Round trip flight ticket with 1 copy
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Validity
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3 months; up to 3 years
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3 months; up to 1 year
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3 months; up to 1 year
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Max. Period of Stay
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90 days
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30 days
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90 days
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Entries
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Multiple
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Single or multiple
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Single or Multiple
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Processing Time
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24 hours
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24 hours
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24 hours, if approved guarantee letter can be
submitted
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Visa Fee (as of August 3, 2006)
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NT$ 1,430 (The fee is not refundable)
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NT$ 1,430 (The fee is not refundable)
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NT$ 1,430 (The fee is not refundable)
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(* Schengen countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden).
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For Student visa
A student who plans to studying or learning in Switzerland is required to apply a student visa before leaving to Switzerland.
For studying up to three months, the student is required to submit the same documents as requested for a tourism visa. In addition, plus a confirmation letter from the Swiss school is needed.
For studying over three months, the student (over 18 years old) is requested to come for an interview at the Trade Office of Swiss Industries and submit the following documents:
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3 application forms
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3 photos (recent date, undamaged)
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4 copies of acceptance/confirmation letter from the Swiss school
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3 copies of the school enrolment receipt
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3 copies of the bank statement
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3 copies of the highest graduation certificate
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3 copies of English guarantee statement
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1 copy of ID card
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3 copies of the passport, first page
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3 copies of TOEFL or IELTS or TOEIC score etc…, if possible
Please note that in some cases the Swiss Alien Police may require additional document, the applicant who is over the age of 25, please submit some more special documents as
follows:
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3 copies of the curriculum vitae (CV)
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3 copies of the study plan
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3 copies of study motivation
Visa proceeding time: 1 - 2 months or more, after interview/submission of the complete document
Visa fee : NT$1,430.-
Postage : NT$200.-
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Residence in Switzerland without employment or gainful activity (retirement)
The following basic conditions must be fulfilled:
The applicant must be at least 60 years old and retired from all employment and gainful activity.
The applicant must have close ties with Switzerland (e.g. relatives). Additional requirements may be requested by specific Cantons where residence is sought
Procedure
If resident in Taiwan, you are required to submit:
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Three duly completed and signed application forms per applicant. The desired place of residence and Canton must be stated.
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Two recent passport-sized photos.
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A copy of your passport.
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An extract from his/her curriculum vitae/résumé indicating previous places of residence, employment and gainful activities, date of retirement, family members and their places of residence.
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A statement confirming that the applicant is not or will not perform any gainful activity either in Switzerland or abroad.
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A statement containing exact details of his/her income and assets, with official proof and/or bank statements.
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A written confirmation that he/she intends to live permanently in Switzerland and not maintain any other domicile abroad. Documents must be in one of the official Swiss languages (German, French or Italian).
Processing time: minimum 4 months
Visa fee: NT$ 1,430
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For Residence in Liechtenstein
For details contact:
Fremdenpolizei des Fürstentums Liechtenstein
FL-9490 VADUZ
For working visa/permanent resident visa
For details check with the Trade Office of Swiss Industries
Further visa information
Trade Office of Swiss Industries (Visa Section)
31F, 333 Keelung Road, Sec. 1
Taipei
Phone: 02/2720 1001
Fax: 02/2757 6984
e-mail: visa@swiss.org.tw
Opening hours for visa services: Monday-Friday from 0900 - 1130
* Information on Taiwan entry regulations for Swiss citizens, please click on the following link:
http://www.boca.gov.tw/english/index.htm
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