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Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Taiwan. Fee: USD 0–100 (~USD 0–100). Processing: 5-10 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Visa required for Bangladeshi nationals. Apply at Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Dhaka). Tourist visa: USD 50 (single) / USD 100 (multiple). eVisa available for holders of valid US/UK/Canada/Australia/Schengen/Japan/Korea visa or residence permit.
Visa types: Tourist Visa (sticker via TECO Dhaka, single 60-day / multiple 90-day); eVisa (only for holders of valid US/UK/Canada/Australia/Schengen/Japan/Korea visa or residence permit, 30-day single entry); Business Visa; Student Visa (Resident Visa); Work Visa (ARC with Work Permit); Family-based Visa; Transit; Diplomatic/Official.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: 90 days from issue. Max Stay: 60 days (single sticker) / 90 days (multi).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: TWD 10,000-50,000 fine + deportation + 1-3 year ban
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Visa application form at Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) Dhaka; Recent photo (45x55mm, white background, last 6 months); Bank statement (last 3 months, USD 2,000+ recommended); Employment certificate; Hotel booking; Return ticket; Travel itinerary; For eVisa eligibility: copy of valid US/UK/Canada/Australia/Schengen/Japan/Korea visa.
Visa types (4)
Visa required for Bangladeshi nationals. Apply at Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (Dhaka). Tourist visa: USD 50 (single) / USD 100 (multiple). eVisa available for holders of valid US/UK/Canada/Australia/Schengen/Japan/Korea visa or residence permit.
Taiwan ROC Visitor Visa — Taiwan handles all Bangladeshi visa applications via Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECC). No formal embassy due to One-China policy. Major sectors: semiconductors (TSMC), electronics, machinery.
Taiwan Resident Visa for Study at accredited Taiwanese institutions. NTU (National Taiwan University), NCCU, NCKU, NTHU, NYCU popular for STEM. MOFA Taiwan Scholarship, Huayu Enrichment Scholarship competitive for BD nationals.
Taiwan work routes: Resident Visa for Work (employer-sponsored, salary minimum NTD 47,971/month), Employment Gold Card (4-in-1 visa + ARC + work permit + reentry permit for highly skilled). Taiwan Gold Card targets 8 designated sectors: science/tech, economy, finance, education, culture/arts, sports, law, architecture.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) Bangladesh nationals need TECO Dhaka sticker visa; (2) eVisa available ONLY for holders of valid US/UK/CA/AU/Schengen/JP/KR visa or residence permit - commonly misunderstood; (3) Photo specs strict (45x55mm, white bg, last 6 months); (4) Inadequate financial proof (USD 2,000+); (5) For Business: invitation from Taiwanese company; (6) Travel itinerary detail required.
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