Countries eligible for visa-exempt entry

Permit duration of stay up to 90 days:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, U.K. , and Vatican City State

Permit duration of stay up to 30 days:
1. Australia, Canada, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, U.S.A..
2. The nationals of India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, who also possess a valid visa or permanent residence certificate issued by U.S.A., Canada, Japan, U.K., Schengen Convention countries, Australia or New Zealand are eligible for the visa exemption program, which permits a duration of stay up to 30 days. (http://www.boca.gov.tw/ct.asp?xItem=1443&ctNode=536&mp=2)

For any questions regarding the visa application of China passport holders, please contact: intermag2011@phys.ntu.edu.tw

Foreign nationals may obtain tourist visas if they hold foreign passports or travel documents valid for more than six months in the Republic of China for purposes of sightseeing, business, family visits, study or training, medical treatment, or other legitimate activities.Visa requirements included one completed application form, incoming and outgoing travel tickets, one photo, documents verifying the purpose of the visits,and other relevant documents. The Visitor Visa Application Form can be downloaded from the website of the Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The completed form should be submitted to an overseas mission of the Republic of China for visa issuance.
Overseas mission of the Republic of China
Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Address: 3-5F., Central United Office Building, No.2-2, Sec.1, Jinan Rd., Taipei City
TEL: +886-2-2343-2888x
Fax: +886-2-2343-2968
Service: Apply for Visas, Passport, Authentication
Open Hours: 08:30 ~ 17:00, Monday to Friday

Letter of Invitation:
If you need a Letter of Invitation for visa application or permission to attend the conference, please contact intermag2011@phys.ntu.edu.tw by March 14, 2011, providing your full name, complete mailing address and reference number of the submitted digest. An original letter will be sent to you by post.

Please note that a letter of invitation should not be considered as an official invitation to cover the registration fee or other expenses. Citizens from all countries must carry a valid identity card or passport at all times.