How to apply for Taiwan independent travel visa in Shantou and how long does it take to process?

Applying conditions

1. Shantou residents with permanent residence in this city

2. Must bring the required materials to the window for application

Application materials

1. Complete the "Chinese Citizen Entry-Exit Document Application Form" with a 2-inch full-length color photo of the applicant with a white background and a front face without a hat.

2. Original ID card, keep a copy of the front side of the ID card.

3. Applicants under the age of 16 only need to submit a guardian’s statement agreeing to leave the country and proof of resident identity.

4. If the applicant is a registered state employee, he or she must submit a separate letter of approval for entry and exit documents issued by the unit to which he/she belongs or the superior unit in accordance with the personnel management authority.

5. If an active-duty military member applies for a Mainland Permit, he or she must submit his/her identity document and a copy, as well as the approval document for leaving the country issued by his/her work unit or superior supervisory unit in accordance with the personnel management authority.

6. Group tours to Taiwan are also required to submit the original fee receipt issued by a qualified tour group agency to Taiwan and submit a copy.

Processing time

15 working days for Taiwan travel permit and endorsement; 10 working days for separate endorsement