Short answer: foreign passport holders can invest NT$30,000,000 or more in central government bonds, hold them for three years and apply for Taiwan’s APRC. This route needs no business and no staff.
Bonds versus business
| Bond investment | Business investment | |
|---|---|---|
| Amount | NT$30,000,000 | NT$15,000,000 |
| Running a business | Not required | Required, with five local jobs for three years |
| Nature | Government bonds | Company equity |
| Management | Minimal | Genuine operations |
Who it suits
- Investors who don’t plan to run a business in Taiwan
- Those who prefer a stable investment without managing a company
- Families with larger assets who can accept the higher amount
Steps
- Assessment: confirm you hold a foreign passport and meet other conditions.
- Buy the bonds: at least NT$30,000,000 face value, as required.
- Hold for three years: with residence in Taiwan during this time, as permitted.
- Apply for PR: with the National Immigration Agency, together with your spouse and minor children.
Points to note
- The bonds must be held for three years, so liquidity is lower.
- After receiving the APRC, you generally need to meet annual days-in-Taiwan requirements.
- Bond returns differ from property or business — plan within your overall allocation.