Confirmed: Taiwan extends visa-exemption program for Filipinos until 2027
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by Meryl Medel | July 17, 2026
We’ve all been waiting for this news, and it has finally come. Taiwan has extended the visa-free privileges for Philippine passport holders until 31 July 2027, as announced earlier today through the website of Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs. Here’s everything you need to know about the extended visa-exemption program.
Who is eligible for the visa-exempt entry to Taiwan?
Nationals of the Philippines, except those holding diplomatic or official/service passports, are eligible for the visa-exemption program.
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How long can Filipinos stay in Taiwan under the visa-exemption program?
The maximum stay in Taiwan for Filipinos using the visa-free privileges is up to 14 days.
The duration of stay starts from the day after arrival and is not extendable.
Where can Filipinos who avail the visa-free privileges enter Taiwan?
Under the visa-exemption program, Filipinos can enter Taiwan through various airports and sea ports, namely:
- Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
- Taipei Songshan Airport
- Taichung International Airport
- Chiayi Airport, Tainan Airport
- Kaohsiung International Airport
- Taitung Airport
- Hualien Airport
- Kinmen Airport
- Magong Airport
- Keelung Harbor
- Taipei Harbor
- Taichung Harbor
- Kaohsiung Harbor
- Hualien Harbor
- Shuitou Harbor
- Fu’ao Harbor
What are the requirements to avail the visa-exempt entry to Taiwan?
To avail the visa-free privileges, a Filipino traveler must have:
- A passport with remaining validity of at least six months as of the date of entry. This only applies to Filipinos holding formal passports (i.e., ordinary, official/service, and diplomatic passports). So if you have an emergency, temporary, or other informal passports or travel documents, you will not be able to enter Taiwan under the visa-exemption program.
- A confirmed return air/sea ticket and a visa for the next destination, and a confirmed seat reservation for departure flight.
- Proof of accommodation (hotel) booking and host/sponsor’s contact information
- Proof of sufficient travel funds
Are there any Filipinos who can’t use the visa-exempt program?
Filipino vessel/aircraft crew members or service personnel intending to board to report for duty are ineligible for the visa-exempt entry.
For more details, visit the website of Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs.
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