Taiwan simplifies entry procedures for Mainlanders
臺灣簡化大陸居民入境程序
Taiwan has simplified entry procedures for business people and professionals from the Mainland. They go into effect on January 1st.
The move marks the first in scale since the two sides re-established the three direct links of communication and transport.
Now short-term stay applications, especially business activities and professional exchanges, only require permission from the island's immigration department.
Mainland business people can stay in Taiwan for as long as a month, double the previous fourteen days. The online application service will also be available to Taiwan-based employees from the Mainland. Turn around time can be as quick as three days.