Taiwan Health Declaration

Q: What is the Taiwan Health Declaration?

The Taiwan Health Declaration (TWAC) is Taiwan’s mandatory online arrival card and health pre-departure registration required for most visitors. Administered by the National Immigration Agency, submit within 3 days before arrival via the official TWAC portal . Keep the confirmation email for your records and note airlines may scan the QR at check-in.

Q: Who needs the Taiwan Health Declaration?

Most foreign visitors who will clear Taiwan immigration must submit the declaration within three days before arrival. Exemptions include ROC passport holders, airline/vessel crew on duty, diplomatic/official passport holders, and transit passengers who do not pass immigration. See Ministry of the Interior for details and apply via DoVisa if you prefer guided help.

Q: What happens if I arrive without a valid Taiwan Health Declaration?

If you arrive without the declaration, immigration processing may be delayed — officers can require you to complete the submission at the counter before clearance which can disrupt transfers. Airlines may refuse boarding if you lack required pre-arrival registration. To avoid issues, submit the form within the 3-day window before departure.

Q: Can I edit or correct my application after submission?

Yes. The TWAC system allows travellers to review and edit submitted data online before your travel date. If you change flights or accommodations, update the declaration as soon as possible so the record at immigration matches your passport and itinerary.

Q: Is a departure Taiwan Health Declaration also required?

No. TWAC is an inbound arrival card and health declaration to be completed before immigration clearance on arrival. There is no separate mandatory outbound TWAC requirement in current guidance; confirm updated rules on the official portal before travel.

Q: Which airports and seaports accept this document?

Present your confirmation at immigration at any Taiwan port of entry. Main international airports include Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA), Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and Taichung International Airport. Major seaports and ferry terminals also access TWAC records — immigration officers retrieve data when passports are scanned.

Q: Can I apply from my mobile phone?

Yes — the TWAC portal is mobile-friendly and allows passport photo upload and auto-fill. You can complete the declaration on a smartphone, but we recommend saving the confirmation email or screenshot offline in case of spotty connectivity at check-in.

Q: How far in advance should I apply?

Submit the declaration within 3 days (72 hours) before your scheduled arrival in Taiwan. Many travellers apply 24–72 hours before departure to allow time for edits and to ensure airlines can verify the confirmation at check-in. Start your application .

Q: What is the step-by-step application process?

Steps: 1) Visit the TWAC portal or DoVisa and upload passport details. 2) Enter flight, accommodation and contact/health info. 3) Review and submit within 3 days before arrival. 4) Receive confirmation email/QR code and keep it for check-in and arrival screening. For guided completion, apply with DoVisa .

Q: Do children need their own Taiwan Health Declaration?

Yes. Each traveller, including infants and minors, requires a separate declaration linked to their own passport. A parent or guardian should complete the submission on behalf of children to ensure each passport record is available to immigration when scanned.

Submit your Taiwan Health Declaration (TWAC) online within 3 days before arrival — confirmation by email and faster immigration clearance.

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What Is the Taiwan Health Declaration?

The Taiwan Health Declaration is Taiwan’s digital pre-arrival health and arrival card (commonly referred to as TWAC) that travellers must complete before clearing immigration. Introduced nationally from October 1, 2025, TWAC replaced the old paper arrival card to speed up passport-control and quarantine screening. The system is administered by the National Immigration Agency (NIA) and the online portal supports passport auto-fill, group submissions and multi-language guidance.

Apply via the official TWAC portal at twac.immigration.gov.tw or use DoVisa for guided completion, document checks, and email reminders. After you submit the form you receive an automatic confirmation email; the system also generates a digital record (and QR codes are used by airlines and ports) so immigration officers can retrieve your data when your passport is scanned at arrival. Airlines and shipping lines have been supplied with TWAC QR codes at check-in counters for convenience.

The TWAC is a pre-arrival health and arrival registration — it is not a visa and does not replace any visa requirement or entry permit. It gathers contact, flight, accommodation and health information to help immigration and public-health screening; travellers who need visas (or who require other permits) must still obtain those separately. The new online requirement took effect to reduce queues and consolidate health questions previously collected on paper.

Key facts: complete the declaration online within 3 days before arrival, keep the confirmation email, and ensure your passport details match. See broader Taiwan visa information and the official TWAC portal at twac.immigration.gov.tw. When ready, Apply for your Taiwan Health Declaration now.

Who Needs the Taiwan Health Declaration?

Who Needs It

Most foreign nationals and visitors entering Taiwan who will clear immigration
Visa-exempt travellers and visitors arriving under a visitor visa or permit
Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes a submission for each child)

Who Is Exempt

Taiwan nationals (ROC passport holders)
Airline and vessel crew on active official duty
Diplomatic and official passport holders on government business
Transit passengers who remain in the international transit area and do not clear immigration

Taiwan Entry Requirements & Restrictions

Passport Validity

Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your expected date of departure. Officials may also require a blank page for entry/exit stamps. See the U.S. State Department guidance.

Vaccination & Health Screening

No routine vaccinations are required for short visits. The Taiwan CDC recommends Hepatitis A vaccination for travel to some areas. You may be subject to non-invasive temperature checks; symptomatic travellers may be referred for further evaluation. See Taiwan CDC.

Customs, Currency & Prohibited Items

Declare cash over 100,000 NTD or foreign currency exceeding 10,000 USD. Taiwan customs restrict certain agricultural products, live animals, medicines requiring permits, weapons, and controlled substances — follow Taipei Customs guidance and use the Red Channel if you must declare. See Taipei Customs.

Prescription Medication & Medical Documents

Bring prescription medicine in original packaging and carry a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter when possible. Some medications may require prior approval from Taiwanese authorities — check customs and CDC pages before travel.

Travel Insurance & Medical Care

Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Medical facilities are excellent in major cities but care on remote islands may be limited; evacuation could be necessary for serious conditions.

Travel Tips for Taiwan Visitors

Taiwan is an island of mountains, night markets and dynamic cities. The main international airports are Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) and Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH); Taichung International Airport also handles international services. Major seaports and ferry terminals accept international arrivals and TWAC data is retrievable at sea ports.

Best time to visit: Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) for mild weather; typhoon season runs June–September.
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (TWD). Credit cards are widely accepted in cities — carry some TWD for markets and small vendors; declare cash over 100,000 NTD.
Language: Mandarin Chinese is the official language; English is commonly understood in airports, hotels and major tourist areas.
Time zone: Taiwan Standard Time is GMT+8.
Transport: High-speed rail and efficient domestic flights connect major regions — plan transfers in advance.
Customs: Avoid bringing prohibited agricultural or veterinary items; medicines should have prescriptions.
Safety: Taiwan is generally safe but watch for typhoon/earthquake alerts and follow local advice.
Save your TWAC confirmation: Keep the confirmation email accessible — airlines and immigration can retrieve or scan TWAC data when you arrive.

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Mei-Ling C.Feb 10, 2026

"Needed the Taiwan Health Declaration for a family trip. Submitted each form in minutes using passport upload and the airline scanned our QR codes at check-in. Immigration at TPE was quick."

Lucas R.Jan 20, 2026

"Did the TWAC form on my phone before leaving. Support reminded me to include my Taoyuan (TPE) arrival time — confirmation email arrived fast and immigration pulled my record when my passport was scanned."

Sana P.Dec 5, 2025

"Great service. The Taiwan Health Declaration was reviewed and submitted for us; we received the confirmation email and the airline at TSA checked the QR code at departure — smooth arrival in Taipei."

David H.Nov 12, 2025

"Felt safer having the form done ahead. Support helped when my medication field needed clarification; immigration officers at KHH checked my passport and the TWAC entry record without needing the paper form."

Aya N.Oct 1, 2025

"Form was fine but I had to update my flight number after booking changed. The online edit tool worked and I re-sent the confirmation before flying to Taoyuan."

Tomás V.Sep 15, 2025

"Completed the declaration for a work trip to Taipei. The system auto-filled passport data from the photo which saved time — confirmation arrived by email and everything at immigration was seamless."

Hyejin K.Aug 3, 2025

"Helpful guidance, but the photo upload needed resizing. Customer support replied quickly and my edited confirmation was accepted at arrival in Taipei Songshan (TSA)."

Omar S.Jun 18, 2025

"DoVisa handled the TWAC for our group of four. The group submission feature was a time-saver and immigration at TPE retrieved our records from the system — much faster than the old paper card."

Elena M.May 14, 2025

"Minor delay: confirmation came later than I expected but still before departure. Support helped track it down and the process at Taichung airport went smoothly once the record appeared."

Rajiv K.Jan 5, 2026

"Fast and clear. Submitted the Taiwan Health Declaration before an island-hopping trip — airline staff at check-in scanned the TWAC QR code and immigration in Kaohsiung was efficient."

Mei-Ling C.Feb 10, 2026

"Needed the Taiwan Health Declaration for a family trip. Submitted each form in minutes using passport upload and the airline scanned our QR codes at check-in. Immigration at TPE was quick."

Lucas R.Jan 20, 2026

Sana P.Dec 5, 2025