Family-based ARC (spouse/dependants) (依親居留)
Family-based ARC (spouse/dependants) is a residence route in Taiwan (Familj). Spouse of Taiwan national may work without permit; dependants of Gold Card holders get open work rights. Gov fees ~NTD 12,000 for family.
Requirements at a glance
There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 3 years.
How holders are taxed
Territorial with AMT.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Familj |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Avgifter (familj) | CHF 300 |
| Inkomst / år | — |
| Tillgångar | — |
| Min. vistelse | 0 |
| PUT | 5 |
| Medborgarskap | 3 |
| Arbete | yes |
| Behörig | Spouses/children of Taiwan citizens or ARC holders |
| Skatt | Territorial with AMT. |
| Per | 2026-10 |
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