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Rules change
Taiwan's foreign professionals law has been amended repeatedly, most recently to ease work permits and the Gold Card, so check details against the current rules. Remote workers with income from abroad can look at the digital nomad visitor visa introduced in 2025, which does not lead to an ARC; check its current terms with the Bureau of Consular Affairs. This is a general guide, not legal advice. Confirm each step with the National Immigration Agency before you rely on it.