The university mid-term exam has arrived. In order to enhance overseas Chinese students’ understanding of residence, work rights and personal safety, the Hsinchu City Service Station of the Immigration Department was invited by Chung Hua University to cooperate with the Hsinchu City Special Task Force, the Hsinchu City Police Department Third Branch and the Hsinchu City The government's Labor Department jointly carried out three major theme promotions, covering residence validity, prevention of gender-based violence, anti-fraud and work rights, hoping that students coming to Taiwan can integrate smoothly and protect their own rights and interests.
The Hsinchu City Service Station of the Immigration Agency Collaborates with the Hsinchu Special Task Force, the Third Precinct of the Hsinchu City Police Department, and the Hsinchu City Labor Affairs Department to Promote Three Key Themes (Image / Courtesy of the Immigration Agency Website)
According to the revised immigration regulations this year (113), international students who overstay will face fines ranging from NT$10,000 to NT$50,000. Immigration Agency personnel reminded students to complete their residency permit extension applications within three months before expiration to avoid penalties or the risk of deportation. Additionally, if international students change their address, they must update it within 30 days or face fines ranging from NT$2,000 to NT$10,000. The Immigration Agency also warned students to stay alert to prevent falling victim to scams, as this could impact future residency applications.
The Immigration Agency Reminds: Complete Your Residency Permit Extension Application Within Three Months Before Expiration to Avoid Penalties or the Risk of Departure (Image / Courtesy of the Immigration Agency Website)
The Hsinchu City Police Department shared various common fraud tactics during the event, reminding students to stay vigilant and avoid becoming victims. The Labor Affairs Department emphasized that international students who wish to work part-time must apply for a work permit from the Ministry of Labor, with a maximum of 20 working hours per week, except during summer and winter breaks.
Cai Chongfu, director of the Hsinchu City Service Station of the Immigration Agency, noted the many challenges of studying abroad. He encouraged students to stay informed of residency regulations and safeguard their rights while adapting to academic life. For assistance, students can call 03-5243517 or use the “1990” Foreign Nationals' Life Consultation Hotline, which offers multilingual support. For anti-fraud information, students can also contact the "165" anti-fraud hotline to verify any suspicious messages. The agency hopes that international students will feel Taiwan’s warmth and care, focus on their studies, and eventually become a cornerstone of society, contributing to the future development of Taiwan and their own lives.
