How do my parents from Hong Kong and Macau apply for a visa extension?
Residents of Hong Kong and Macao are permitted to enter Taiwan for a period not exceeding three months. Those who would like to extend their stay should apply through the National Immigration Agency. Required documents:
- Application form for single entry/exit permit
- Entry/exit documents: single entry/exit permit, renewable entry/exit permit or multiple entry/exit permit
- NT$300 application fee
- Relevant documents: Proof documents for applying for further extension of stay
- Letter of Attorney (not required for personal applicants)
- Relative relationship certificate and copy of effective residence certificate for foreign special professional
For relevant instructions, please refer to: Entry and exit instructions for Hong Kong and Macao citizens For regulations related to lineal ascendant visit and stay, please refer to: Article 18 of the Law on the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals