In one sentence
Hong Kong and Macau residents who invest NT$6 million to set up and genuinely run a Taiwan company can gain residence, apply to settle and receive a Taiwan ID after one year, while keeping Hong Kong status.
Who it suits
- Hong Kong or Macau permanent residents without another foreign passport
- People willing to genuinely run a company in Taiwan
- Those wanting a lower-cost move to a familiar language and culture
Who it may not suit
- People with another foreign passport
- Anyone wanting only a shell company
- Those unable to spend enough days in Taiwan
Main requirements
- Hong Kong or Macau permanent resident holding an HKSAR or MSAR passport, a BN(O) or a pre-handover Macau Portuguese passport, with no other foreign passport
- Invest NT$6,000,000 to set up a company in Taiwan, approved by the authorities
- The company operates for at least three years and employs at least two full-time Taiwanese staff each year
- An investment plan and a Taiwanese guarantor
- A police certificate and satisfactory medical examination
Timeline
| Step | Timing | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment and investment plan | 2–4 weeks | We assess your eligibility, plan the company’s business and prepare the investment plan. |
| Investment approval and company set-up | Several months | Apply to the Ministry of Economic Affairs for investment approval, remit the investment and register the company. |
| Residence application | Depends on processing | Once the company is set up, apply to the National Immigration Agency for residence and move to Taiwan with your family. |
| Settlement | After one year of residence | Meet the residence requirements, keep running the company, and apply for settlement and a Taiwan ID. |
Common myths
| Myth | Reality |
|---|---|
| Investing means you can settle | You must reside for one or two years and meet the conditions. |
| A shell company will do | The company must genuinely operate. |
| Settling means giving up Hong Kong status | You can keep Hong Kong permanent residence. |
Checklist before you apply
- Confirm your status qualifies
- Plan a genuinely viable business
- Hire two full-time Taiwanese staff each year
- Choose the one- or two-year settlement route
- Record your travel dates
Our advice
Build around a genuinely viable business, and record your days from day one.
Every family’s background and timeline is different — book a free consultation and a consultant will assess your situation.
Learn more: Taiwan Investment Immigration for Hong Kong & Macau Residents