Taiwan has renewed its visa-free entry programme for Thai nationals for another year, allowing eligible passport holders to remain in the territory for up to 14 days without obtaining a visa.
The extended arrangement will run from August 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027, Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. The measure also covers travellers from Brunei and the Philippines under Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy.
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Thailand said the decision would make visits more convenient and support the continued growth of tourism and exchanges between Taiwan and Thailand.
Travel between the two destinations has risen considerably in recent years, reflecting increasingly close relations between their people. The office expressed hope that maintaining the visa exemption would encourage more Thai tourists to experience Taiwan’s attractions.
Taiwan introduced visa-free entry for Thai passport holders in 2016 as part of its efforts to stimulate tourism and strengthen people-to-people ties.
Initially launched as a trial measure, the programme has been renewed several times following assessments of its contribution to visitor numbers and bilateral engagement.
The Taipei office said the arrangement had significantly simplified travel during the past decade and helped promote greater interaction between the two sides.
More than one million trips to Thailand were made by Taiwanese visitors during both 2024 and 2025, while the number of Thai travellers visiting Taiwan exceeded 500,000, reaching its highest level in several years.
Diverse Attractions for Thai Visitors
Peter Lan, Taiwan’s representative in Thailand, highlighted the destination’s cultural heritage, natural scenery and expanding business opportunities.
He said Taiwan had also gained international recognition as a safe and convenient place to visit, with efficient transport services making it easy for tourists to explore.
Its distinctive cuisine, seasonal landscapes and historically rich culture were among the factors attracting Thai visitors and encouraging them to return, he added.
The continued visa waiver will give travellers more opportunities to experience Taiwan’s modern cities, mountain scenery and coastal destinations.
The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office encouraged Thai visitors to explore the territory, experience the hospitality of its people and create their own memorable journeys.
Cooperation Continues To Expand
Taiwanese authorities said they would continue working with Thailand to strengthen cooperation in tourism, trade, investment, education and culture.
The initiatives are intended to deepen mutual understanding, create further opportunities for collaboration and develop a more dynamic partnership between the two sides.
Thai travellers are advised to confirm the latest immigration conditions through Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs before departure, as entry regulations and supporting-document requirements may change.
Under the visa-exemption programme, eligible Thai visitors are generally required to hold a passport valid for at least six months and present a confirmed return or onward ticket.
Immigration officials may also ask for accommodation information, local contact details and proof that visitors have sufficient funds for their stay. The 14-day period begins on the day following arrival and cannot normally be extended.
