Welcome to Taiwan! To ensure a smooth journey to Taiwan, please review the passport and visa requirements corresponding to your nationality well in advance of your travel.

1. Passport Validity & Entry Requirements

• Passport Validity:  All foreign visitors entering Taiwan must hold a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of entry.

• Online Arrival Card (TWAC):  To expedite your immigration clearance upon arrival, the National Immigration Agency, R.O.C. (Taiwan) requires all incoming foreign visitors to complete the Online Arrival Card (TWAC) within 7 days prior to arrival.

  • Cost: Completely Free

  • Official Website: Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC) Official Portal (https://twac.immigration.gov.tw/)

2. Visa Categories & Applications
Please check your visa requirements based on your nationality and the purpose of your visit (Attending an International Conference).

• Type A: Visa-Exempt Entry: 
  Citizens of specific countries (including the US, Canada, EU countries, Japan, South Korea, and more) are eligible for visa-exempt entry for a duration of 30 or 90 days.

  • Requirements: A passport valid for at least 6 months, a confirmed return/next-destination flight ticket, and a completed TWAC.

  • Check Eligibility: Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) - Visa-Exempt Countries (https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-4486-7785a-2.html)

• Type B: eVisa (Electronic Visa): 
  If your country is eligible for Taiwan's eVisa program, you can apply for a tourist or business visa online without visiting a diplomatic mission.

  • Apply Online: BOCA eVisa Application Portal (https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw/BOCA_EVISA/)

• Type C: Conditional Visa-Exempt (Southeast Asian Countries) Citizens of India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos who hold a valid visa or resident card issued by designated developed nations may be eligible to apply online for a free ROC Travel Authorization Certificate.

  • ​​Apply Online: National Immigration Agency - Southeast Asian Traveler Application (https://niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw/nia_southeast/)

• Type D: Visitor Visa for Attending Conference

  • If you do not qualify for the options above, you must apply for a Visitor Visa at your nearest ROC (Taiwan) Embassy, Consulate, or Representative Office.

  • Required Documents: Visa application form (with barcode), 2 passport photos, passport (original & copy), and an official Letter of Invitation from the Conference.

3. Requesting a Conference Letter of Invitation
The Conference Secretariat can issue an official Letter of Invitation to assist with your visa application.

• Policy & Requirements: Registration First. Letters of Invitation will ONLY be issued to participants who have completed their registration and paid their registration fees in full.

• Purpose: The letter is solely intended to help participants obtain a visa and does not imply any financial commitment or boarding support from the organizer.

• How to Request: Please contact the Congress Secretariat via email (ascapap2027@gmail.com / info@ascapap2027.org) with the following information: Full Name, Nationality, Affiliation / Institution & Job Title and Abstract/Paper Title (if you are an accepted presenter)

4. Special Provisions (China Residents)

Participants holding passports from China cannot apply for a standard Visitor Visa or entry through the usual channels. A specialized Entry Permit (入臺證) must be processed online via the Taiwan co-organizer and the National Immigration Agency.

• Processing Time: The review process takes a minimum of 2 to 3 months.

• Action Required: If you hold a Mainland China passport, please contact the Congress Secretariat immediately at ascapap2027@gmail.com / info@ascapap2027.org to initiate the specialized professional exchange application process.

5. Important Disclaimer & Timeline Advice

• Apply Early: Visa processing times vary significantly by region. We strongly advise applying for your visa at least 6 to 8 weeks prior to the congress.

• Disclaimer: The issuance of a visa is a sovereign act of the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan) through its overseas missions. The Organization Committee has no authority over the visa granting process and cannot be held responsible for any visa delays or denials. Registration fees will be subject to our standard cancellation and refund policy regardless of the visa outcome.

• Important Notice: The visa and entry application criteria, eligible nationalities, exemptions, and detailed information provided on this website are for informational and guidance purposes only. The final requirements and most current assessment criteria shall be strictly subject to the official announcements of the National Immigration Agency (NIA) and the Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA), R.O.C. (Taiwan). Applicants are strongly advised to verify the latest regulations on the respective official government portals prior to submitting their applications.