Taiwan APRC — Permanent Residency (5 years continuous residence required)for 🌍 Ecuador citizens travelling to 🇹🇼 Taiwan

📋Required Documents7

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  APRC application after 5 years of continuous legal residence (183+ days each year)
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  Clean criminal-record certificates (Taiwan and country of origin)
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  Health examination certificate
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  Proof of residence history (ARC records)
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  Proof of sufficient income, assets or professional skills
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  Recent passport-style photographs
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  Valid passport and application form

ℹ️What to Expect

To apply for a Taiwan APRC — Permanent Residency (5 years continuous residence required), book an appointment at the nearest Taiwan embassy or visa application centre in your country. Submit the required documents in person or via a designated courier service. Processing takes approximately 90 days. The government fee is USD 150.00. Plan well ahead of your intended travel date to allow time for processing and any additional document requests from the consulate. Always verify current requirements with the Taiwan embassy or official government website before booking travel.

🌐Why Ecuador passport holders need a visa for Taiwan

Ecuador citizens require a visa to enter Taiwan based on the current immigration requirements set by Taiwan's government. Ecuador passport holders must apply through the Taiwan embassy, consulate, or a designated visa application centre before travelling. Requirements are subject to change, so always verify at the official government portal.

🔗More Taiwan Visa Options

• Taiwan Employment Gold Card — Combined Work Permit and ARC (1–3 years) →
• Taiwan Visitor Visa — Single or Multiple Entry (up to 90 days) →
• Taiwan Work Permit / ARC — Employer-Sponsored (1 year, renewable annually) →