Hong Kong
Taiwan
VietnamTwo routes to settlement
| Route | Residence requirement | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| One year of continuous residence | No more than 30 days abroad in the year | Families who can stay in Taiwan for long periods |
| Two years of continuous residence | At least 270 days in Taiwan each year | People still travelling to Hong Kong or elsewhere for work |
When applying to settle, you must still meet your original residence conditions, including the company continuing to operate.
Conditions to maintain during residence
- The company genuinely keeps operating
- At least two full-time Taiwanese employees each year
- The company operates for at least three years
After settlement
- Taiwan household registration and an ID card
- You can keep your Hong Kong permanent resident status
- Join National Health Insurance; children can attend local schools
Common mistakes
- Not recording travel dates, then finding you’ve exceeded the days when you apply.
- Switching routes mid-year, restarting the count.
- A gap in company operations, affecting your residence conditions.
Our advice
Record your travel dates from the day you receive residence and plan trips ahead. If work means frequent travel, planning for the two-year route from the start is safer.