Does Taiwan have a digital nomad visa?
Yes. Taiwan offers a dedicated digital-nomad or remote-work visa for people earning from outside the country, with a monthly income floor of roughly $5,300. Getting it is straightforward.
In practice: Gold Card 1-3yr work permit; salary track ~NT$160k/mo. Foreign income largely outside regular tax (basic-income only); APRC 5yr.
Tax for foreign residents in Taiwan
For a foreign earner, Taiwan's income is treated lightly. The country uses a territorial or remittance basis, so foreign-source income is often left largely untaxed locally, with a headline top personal rate around 40%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Taiwan, permanent residency is reachable after about 5 years of residence. Naturalization typically comes after roughly 5 years. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Taiwan is easy to access. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $100 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.