Taiwan expands Digital Nomad Visa programme: extends validity period and promotes international cooperation

Taiwan's National Development Council (NDC) has announced significant changes to its Digital Nomad Visa programme, which will now allow foreign nationals to stay in Taiwan for up to a year. In addition to extending the validity period, the government plans to expand the programme to Japan and South Korea. This innovation not only helps to attract foreign professionals, but also to support economic growth, which has become a particular focus recently. NDC Minister Paul Liu said that the extension of the visa from six months to a year could form the basis for a subsequent ‘Employment Gold Card,’ allowing for formal employment and business start-ups.

Prospects for co-operation and the rise of digital nomads

According to the minister, Taiwan is ready to sign a memorandum of understanding with the Japanese cities of Fukuoka, Osaka and several regions in South Korea. This agreement will allow digital nomads to work and travel between these countries to develop their projects. Local governments in Taiwan such as Hualien, Tainan, Tainan, Taidong and Pingdong have already shown interest in enabling digital nomads to develop innovation and creative areas.

NDC experts predict that the number of digital nomads in the world could reach 40 million by 2030. The Taiwanese government sees this as a potential opportunity and plans to attract up to 120,000 foreign nationals by 2028.

Digital Nomad Visa programme: a path to employment and a new standard of living

With the launch of the Digital Nomad Visa programme, Taiwan is showing that it can provide unique opportunities for professional development and life in a dynamic country. Already, foreign freelancers can stay in the country for three months without a visa or with a tourist visa. However, the new visa aimed at digital nomads gives more options for those who want to extend their stay and work remotely.

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