Last updated 2026-05-04
Join family to Taiwan for Australian citizens
Family reunification, family visa
Travel purpose:
Long stay
, other
, residence permit
Visa overview
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
A long-term visa issued to foreign nationals intending to reside in Taiwan for more than 180 days. The visa is designed for the family reunion purposes. Holders must apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) at the nearest NIA service centre within 30 days of arrival.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
3 months
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
$66 – $132
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Spouse of ROC citizen with household registration
Eligible individuals
Foreign spouse of a Taiwanese (ROC) citizen
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$66 – $132
Spouse of ROC citizen without household registration
Eligible individuals
Foreign spouse of a foreign national resident, non-household-registered ROC citizen, or HK/Macau/PRC permanent resident legally residing in Taiwan
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$66 – $132
Minor child (under 18)
Eligible individuals
Foreign minor child (under 18)
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
single-entry
Consular fee:
$66 – $132