United Kingdom
Taiwan
Taiwan visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens can visit Taiwan without a visa for up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at roc-taiwan.org
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Taiwanese citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
TaiwanUnited Kingdom Electronic travel authorisation (ETA) United Kingdom visa for citizens of Taiwan
Travel advice for Taiwan
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
British citizens planning a trip to Taiwan can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Taiwan
British citizens may stay in Taiwan for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Taiwan.
Taiwanese citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
Taiwanese citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Taiwan?
British citizens can visit Taiwan without a visa for up to 90 days.
How long can British citizens stay in Taiwan?
British citizens can stay in Taiwan for up to 90 days.
Do Taiwanese citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Taiwanese citizens need an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) for the United Kingdom, obtained online before travel, for stays of up to 180 days.
Can British citizens enter Taiwan visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Taiwan without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.