INVESTMENT IN TAIWAN
Investment planning
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Investment in Taiwan by Overseas Chinese or Foreigners
Overseas Chinese or foreigners investing in Taiwan can choose to establish an independent company, set up a branch office, or invest in existing company shares. If the purpose is solely for market investigation or research without engaging in business activities, establishing a representative office is permissible. Currently, most of investment projects are opened for overseas Chinese and foreigners in Taiwan, with few exceptions based on considerations of national security, public order, customs or public health, as well as legal provisions or international agreements.
If the capital requirements are met, foreign executives or managers can apply for a Taiwan work and residence permit.
Investment from Mainland China in Taiwan
Taiwan has set various regulations and restrictions for businesses or individuals from mainland China to run business in Taiwan and not all business activities are allowed. The business open for mainland Chinese in Taiwan are generally determined based on considerations of Taiwan’s national security and societal expectations. As the list of permitted activities is subject to periodic adjustments, mainland Chinese investors should confirm the business scope in Taiwan before making investments.
The representative or senior management of mainland Chinese companies can apply for an Investment and Business Management visa to stay in Taiwan to manage the business, with a maximum stay of one year.
Common company structures in Taiwan are compared as follows:
| Company limited by share | limited company | Branch office | Representative office | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name | ABC Co., Ltd. | ABC Ltd. | ABC (Corporation) Limited Taiwan Branch | ABC (Corporation) Limited Representative Office in Taiwan |
| Characteristic | Must apply for an investment permission from the Department of Investment Review, MOEA, before seting up company. | Must apply for an investment permission from the Department of Investment Review, MOEA, before seting up company. | As a foreign company setting up a Branch in Taiwan. | Operate in Taiwan only as the agent of its overseas principal and is not considered a separate legal entity. |
| Minimum Capital Requirement | Unlimited Inward Remittances from overseas to Taiwan. | Unlimited Inward Remittances from overseas to Taiwan. | Unlimited Inward Remittances from overseas to Taiwan. | None |
| Structure | Shareholders can be foreign legal entities or individuals | Shareholders can be foreign legal entities or individuals | The parent company is a foreign company | None |
| Import and Export Qualification | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Legal Person Qualification | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Number of Shareholders | Minimum of 2 individuals or at least 1 legal entity | Minimum of 1 individual or at least 1 legal entity | None | None |
| Personnel Requirements | 3 directors, 1 supervisor, 1 investment representative | 1 director, 1 investment representative | 1 representative, 1 manager | 1 representative person |
| Development and Restrictions | Can be listed on stock exchange market and issue shares to the public. Can establish a subsidiary in Taiwan. | Cannot issue shares or be listed on the stock exchange market. Can establish a subsidiary in Taiwan. | Cannot issue shares or be listed on the stock exchange market. Can establish multiple branches. | Cannot engage in any business operation. |
Investment Process in Taiwan
**Depending on individual cases, the actual procedures and their sequence may vary, and adjustments may be necessary. Therefore, the basic flow provided above is for reference purposes only.
Q&A
01.
When doing business in Taiwan, is it necessary to list all the business items of the company?
It is necessary for company to list all the business items in Taiwan, and all the industries to be operated must be registered before conducting business.
Some industries in Taiwan fall under special categories that require specific licenses or capital restrictions for approval. We will assist clients in assessing the feasibility of the intended business items.
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