Emigrate to Taiwan
Emigrate to Taiwan: Find out the most important information for your stay here
If you want to emigrate to Taiwan, you can expect a high quality of life in terms of health, well-being and transportation. The affordable healthcare and low crime rate make Taiwan particularly attractive. The friendly population ensures a quick acclimatization.
The well-developed infrastructure and efficient public transportation system make travel easy. Taiwan offers a unique blend of Chinese, Japanese and indigenous traditions, diverse cuisine and numerous leisure activities. When emigrating to Taiwan, it is important to find out about visa requirements, housing and language courses at an early stage.
Facts about Taiwan
Capital City
Taipei
Population
23,580.712
Surface Area
13,976.74 mi² or 36,197 km²
Continent
Asia
Official Language
Mandarin, Minnan, Hakka
Currency
New Taiwan dollar (TWD)
Emigrating to Taiwan: An overview of the political system
Taiwan, officially the Republic of China (ROC), seceded from the People's Republic of China in 1949 and considers itself an independent state. However, China regards Taiwan as a renegade province. Internationally, Taiwan is only recognized by a few countries, but maintains unofficial relations with many.
Taiwan's political system is semi-presidential. The president is elected directly by the people, while the prime minister heads the government. The unicameral parliament is also elected.
Relations with China are tense, with military pressure and threats of violent "reunification". Anyone wishing to emigrate to Taiwan should follow the travel and safety instructions and register with the embassy of their home country.
Climate in Taiwan: Important information for emigrants
Taiwan has a subtropical to tropical climate with regional differences. The north has mild winters and warm summers, while the south has tropical temperatures and a pronounced rainy season. Temperatures are cooler in the mountains, with snow at higher altitudes.
The best time to visit is in the fall (October to November) with mild weather. Summer (June to September) is hot and humid, often with typhoons, and winter (December to February) is cool, especially in the north.
If you want to emigrate to Taiwan, you should make sure you have good ventilation and air conditioning when looking for accommodation. Leisure activities are available all year round: water sports and mountain excursions in summer, hiking and hot springs in winter. Emigrating to Taiwan requires adaptation to the warm, humid climate.
Healthcare system in Taiwan: Important facts for emigrants
The Taiwanese healthcare system is based on the National Health Insurance (NHI), which was introduced in 1995 and covers almost the entire population, including foreigners with a residence permit. Contributions are low and are often borne by the employer and employee. The NHI offers a wide range of medical services such as doctor visits, hospitalization, surgery and medication.
Advantages of the system are universal coverage, low costs, high quality and short waiting times. However, there are challenges such as language barriers in smaller clinics and overcrowded urban hospitals.
Those wishing to emigrate to Taiwan should apply for the NHI card after obtaining their residence permit and organize travel insurance for the initial period. Private supplementary insurance can provide additional benefits. Overall, the healthcare system in Taiwan offers high-quality and affordable medical care. Emigrating to Taiwan therefore offers access to a well-organized and efficient healthcare system.
Emigrating to Taiwan: An overview of the economic situation and quality of life
In Taiwan, the gross domestic product per capita amounted to 33,233.80 US dollars in 2024. The Gini coefficient of wealth describes the distribution of wealth. The indicator is an established, internationally comparable measure of wealth inequality. It is measured on a scale from zero to one. The higher the value, the greater the inequality. The Gini coefficient in Taiwan is expected to be 0.28 in 2025 (source: Statista).
Taiwan is considered a safe country with a low crime rate and high quality of life. The favorable healthcare system, good infrastructure and economic opportunities in technology and finance contribute to this. Taiwanese culture is diverse and the cost of living is low - although rents in Taipei are high. Mandarin Chinese is the official language and English is widely spoken. The subtropical climate with high humidity and typhoons can present challenges. Those who wish to emigrate to Taiwan can look forward to a high quality of life in a safe and dynamic environment despite the minor challenges.
National holiday
Foundation of the People's Republic of China
Leading country in microchip production
TSMC is the world's largest contract manufacturer of microchips and a leader in the production of the most advanced semiconductors for companies such as Apple, Qualcomm and Nvidia. In addition to TSMC, UMC and MediaTek are also important players, with UMC producing less advanced chips.
Taiwan's success in microchip production is based on early investment, a strong infrastructure and a highly skilled workforce. The close cooperation between industry, research and government has led to technological excellence and gives Taiwan geopolitical importance as many countries rely on Taiwanese chips.
Chip production is resource intensive and Taiwan struggles with water and energy shortages. Other countries such as the USA are investing in their own production capacities in order to reduce their dependency. Political tensions with China also pose a risk.
An important location for microchip production is Hsinchu, where TSMC is building up capacity for two-nanometer chips, which are crucial for AI applications. Taiwan will continue to play a central role in the global semiconductor industry in the future.
Emigrate to Taiwan - Entry Requirements
Entry is possible for German nationals with the following documents:
- Passport: Yes
- Temporary passport: Yes, but only with visa
- Identity card: No
- Temporary identity card: No
- Children's passport: Yes
Notes/minimum validity:
Travel documents must be valid for at least six months upon entry.
FAQs for emigrating to Taiwan
Where can I find relevant information about my country of entry and the entry regulations that apply there?
We have compiled destination country information as well as entry requirements and customs information for many countries in the Relocation Service section of our website and are constantly expanding this section.
Can I use my own container that I already own for the move with DACHSER & KOLB?
For every removal, which we at DACHSER & KOLB always offer as a door-to-door (full service) removal, a container is rented for the duration of the removal. We therefore do not offer the option of using your own container.
Who is responsible for my move abroad and the services I need there?
As a FIDI member, we work abroad with selected, long-standing partners who work in accordance with our service standards.
Are my removal goods insured in the event of damage?
For every overseas move, we naturally cover transportation insurance at current value for the used household goods and personal belongings
What types of transportation do you offer for overseas relocation?
It is generally possible to carry out overseas removals via air freight or sea freight. In the case of sea freight, it is possible to ship the removal goods as additional cargo (“LCL shipment” with Liftvan) or with a container (FCL shipment in 20 feet, 40 feet or 40 feet high cube). We will be happy to discuss which option is best for you in a personal consultation.
When and how must the move be paid for and what is the payment deadline?
You will receive an invoice a few weeks after placing the order and pay the full amount directly in advance.
Do I have to pay taxes and customs duties on my removal goods?
Removal goods can be imported tax and duty-free into most countries if you have a valid residence permit. We will be happy to check the options for importing the removal goods for your desired destination country in a personal consultation.
Are you interested in moving to Taiwan or another destination country?
Then do not hesitate and contact us today.
Alexander Brugger
Teamlead Customer Service & Sales - AIR&SEA
