Amendments to the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals Effective from January 1, 2026
According to the official letter from the Overseas Community Affairs Council (Reference No. 1150500105), the amended provisions of the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals have officially come into effect as of January 1, 2026. Students are advised to pay close attention to the latest policies regarding employment and residence in Taiwan after graduation.
The key amendments and related supporting measures have been jointly compiled by the National Development Council, the Ministry of Labor, and the National Immigration Agency. The information includes:
·Regulations on work applications for foreign professionals (including exemption from work permit application for graduating overseas compatriot students with an associate degree or above)
·Applicability of the new Labor Pension System
·Enrollment and benefit claims for employment insurance
·Regulations on residence and permanent residency applications
In addition, the National Development Council has prepared a “Quick Guide for Overseas Students Working in Taiwan” (attached), which provides practical information on post-graduation residence extension periods, application procedures, and eligible applicants. For detailed information, please refer to the official webpage:
https://foreigntalentact.ndc.gov.tw/Content_List.aspx?n=8E20BBA0AFD356E5
The above information is essential for overseas compatriot students planning to stay and work in Taiwan after graduation. Students are strongly encouraged to review the materials carefully.
If you have any questions regarding relevant regulations or employment in Taiwan, please contact:
Talent Taiwan – International Talent Service and Recruitment Center
Website: https://talent.nat.gov.tw
Email: help@talent.nat.gov.tw
Hotline: +886-2-7733-7660
Overseas alumni who graduated 5 to 10 years ago are also encouraged to stay informed about Taiwan’s employment policies and friendly labor environment, especially when considering returning to Taiwan for career development during transitional periods.