Corporate Recruitment and Employment of International Talent
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Why are Taiwanese companies hiring international talent?
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Addressing Talent Shortages
With birth rates declining in recent years, companies are turning to international talent to bridge talent gaps in professional and management roles.
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Expanding into Overseas Markets
As companies pursue global expansion, international talent brings native language skills and cultural insight that help bridge local and global operations.
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Supporting Organizational Evolution
Bringing in professionals with international experience and emerging technologies helps companies upgrade internal management and operations.
How Talent Taiwan Supports Your Hiring Process
The international talent hiring process has been streamlined. There are three clear application pathways to help you get started.
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Compatriot and International Students
The most accessible and direct channel for hiring international talent.
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Foreign Professionals
The standard path for candidates with relevant work experience.
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Gold Card and Top Graduates
Hire top university graduates and Employment Gold Card holders.
Services and Resources for International Recruitment
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Register to receive a recruitment resource package and begin your international hiring journey
The international talent hiring process has been fully streamlined. You will find three clear application pathways to guide you through the process.
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Complete at least one seminar to unlock 1-on-1 consulting with professional advisors
Industry recruitment consultants provide job vacancy optimization advice, the latest tools, policy information, and more — helping your company plan its international recruitment strategy.
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Join the community to connect with HR professionals and share practical experience
Join the Talent Taiwan HR community to exchange practical experiences. The community also shares regular updates on the latest policy information, including visa-related topics.
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Access the latest recruitment information and learn from successful international hiring cases
Connect with government and campus recruitment resources, and strengthen your company's visibility as an international employer.
Corporate Guidance Services: Timeline and Milestones
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Stage 1
Fill out the registration form
Sign up at any time, leave your contact information, and receive the recruitment resource package.
Receive recruitment resources
- Recruitment resource package, including job posting templates, AI tools, policy information, and key reference guides.
- Access to the official LINE community for program participants.
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Stage 2
Attend an orientation session
Online orientation sessions are held from March to June, covering policy overviews, international talent profiles, and hiring notices.
Connect with a dedicated consultant
- Recruitment consultants are matched based on your industry and job requirements.
- Each company may book one free 30-minute consultation per month.
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Stage 3
Attend HR networking events
Connect with HR professionals and government agencies through in-person networking events to share insights and discuss recruitment outcomes.
Boost your visibility and employer brand
- Companies with a sustained track record of hiring international talent are eligible for a complimentary in-depth feature report to build their international employer brand.
What Types of Foreign Professionals Can Companies Hire?
Hiring requirements have been significantly relaxed. The following categories outline the types of foreign professionals available for recruitment.
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Foreign Professionals
- White-collar workers
- Applicable roles: Engineers, Marketers, Managers, Teachers, Athletes, Entertainers
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Foreign Special Professionals
- Employment Gold Card holders
- Applicable fields: Economy, Technology, Education, Digital Industries, Finance, Arts, Architecture, Defense, Sports, Law, Environment, Biotechnology, and more
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Freelancers
- Foreign spouses and APRC holders
- Applicable roles: Any occupation, no restrictions
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Part-Time Workers and Interns
- Overseas Compatriot Students and International Students
- Applicable roles: Interns, food and beverage part-time positions, part-time translation roles
Employer Qualifications: Are You Eligible to Hire Foreign Professionals?
| Company Requirements (Established Less Than 1 Year) | Company Requirements (Established 1 Year or More) |
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| For Domestic Companies: NT$5 million paid-in capital For Branches of Foreign or Mainland China Companies: NT$5 million working capital in Taiwan |
No minimum capital requirement |
| Annual turnover of NT$10 million or more | Average annual turnover of NT$10 million or more (most recent year or past 3 years) |
| Total import/export volume of US$1 million or more | Average import/export volume of US$1 million or more (most recent year or past 3 years) |
| Agency commission of US$400,000 or more | Average agency commission of US$400,000 or more (most recent year or past 3 years) |
[ Eligibility Exemptions ] Employers who meet any of the following conditions are fully exempt from all requirements listed above: Foreign company representative offices or branch offices approved by the relevant central authority, with a demonstrated operational track record in Taiwan / R&D centers or regional headquarters established with approval from the relevant central authority / Employers recognized as making a substantial contribution to Taiwan's economic development, or approved on a case-by-case basis by the central competent authority / Startups with demonstrated innovative capability, subject to case-by-case approval by the competent authority
2026 Policy Update: Job Seeking ARC
Starting in 2026, Overseas Compatriot students and foreign students who graduated within the past two years may hold a Job Seeking ARC, which includes a Personal Work Permit. Any legally registered company, regardless of capital size, may hire them directly. Please refer to the official Ministry of Labor guidelines for full eligibility details.
Companies Actively Recruiting International Talent
- Startups
- Taiwanese SMEs and
Large Enterprises - Multinational Corporations