Asia
Taiwan
- Capital
- Taipei
- Population
- 23,451,837
- Currency
- New Taiwan Dollar (TWD)
- Calling code
- +886
- Languages
- Chinese, Min Nan Chinese, Hakka Chinese
- 42missions
- 5embassies
- 5consulates
Taiwan
Embassies and consulates in Taiwan
embassies in Taipei
Diplomatic missions from 36 countries are based in Taiwan, 42 missions in all (5 embassies, 5 consulates and 32 other offices). All 5 embassies are in the capital, Taipei. Consulates are also found in Kaohsiung City.
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All missions in Taiwan
Other cities in Taiwan
- 40
- 2
Outside Taipei, Kaohsiung City has 2 foreign missions.
By country
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Philippines 3 -
France 2 -
United Kingdom 2 -
Nigeria 2 -
United States 2
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Australia 1 consulate1 -
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Brunei 1 embassy1 -
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Czech Republic 1 consulate1 - 2
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Holy See 1 embassy1 -
Hong Kong 1 consulate1 -
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India 1 consulate1 -
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Mongolia 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
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Paraguay 1 embassy1 -
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Visa rules for Taiwan
Taiwan visa guide · 17 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 67 can enter visa-free, 3 get a visa on arrival, 4 need an ETA, 17 need an e-Visa and 107 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Taiwan.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Taiwan
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,255 | 1,158 | 59 | 4.8% | 45.9% |
| 2024 | 1,540 | 1,422 | 84 | 5.6% | 51.5% |
| 2025 | 1,728 | 1,558 | 109 | 6.5% | 43.8% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 467 | 428 | 6.9% |
| France | 402 | 334 | 8.2% |
| Austria | 231 | 221 | 0.0% |
| Switzerland | 164 | 160 | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | 157 | 134 | 11.7% |
| Italy | 103 | 89 | 13.6% |
| Czech Republic | 75 | 69 | 8.0% |
| Poland | 52 | 51 | 0.0% |
| Hungary | 39 | 35 | 10.3% |
| Belgium | 35 | 34 | 2.9% |
| Slovakia | 3 | 3 | – |
Schengen consulates in Taiwan received 1,728 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 1,558 visas. 6.5% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). That is barely different from 2024 (5.6%). Applications rose by 12% compared with 2024 (1,540).
Most applications went to Germany (467), France (402), Austria (231) and Switzerland (164).
The numbers include every nationality applying in Taiwan.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Taiwan
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
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| Visitor (B) | 8,337 | 8,762 |
| Student (F, M) | 7,785 | 6,381 |
| Exchange (J) | 3,175 | 2,872 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 8,129 | 8,525 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 3,028 | 3,648 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 19 | 26 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 105 | 55 |
| Total | 30,578 | 30,269 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 5.2% | 9.4% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 30,269 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Taiwan, the 44th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Visitor visas (B1/B2) made up 29%, work and treaty visas 28% and student visas 21%. The total was about the same in fiscal year 2024.
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Taiwan received 9,726, 8% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 9.4% for citizens of Taiwan in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 5.2%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Taiwan’s own missions abroad
Taiwan’s embassies abroad (65)
Taiwan itself has 65 missions abroad, in 50 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), Australia (3), Brazil (2), Canada (2) and France (2).
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 5 embassies are in the capital, Taipei. The largest foreign networks in Taiwan are those of the Philippines (3), France (2), the United Kingdom (2), Nigeria (2) and the United States (2).
Travel advice for Taiwan
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Taiwan: the US State Department rates Taiwan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 24 November 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Taiwan (updated 28 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Taiwan (updated 13 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
Which country has the most consulates in Taiwan?
The Philippines, with 3 missions, followed by France (2).
Do I need a visa for Taiwan?
Of 198 passports, 67 can enter visa-free, 3 get a visa on arrival, 4 need an ETA, 17 need an e-Visa and 107 need a visa from an embassy or consulate for Taiwan; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.