Q: How long is the validity period of the Employment Gold Card?
A: The validity period of the Employment Gold Card is issued based on the validity of the work permit approved by the Ministry of Labor, ranging from 1 to 3 years. If you are concerned that your Employment Gold Card is about to expire or become invalid, you can confirm with the National Immigration Agency. 

Q: My Employment Gold Card is about to expire. Will I receive a notification?
A: For all foreign nationals whose stay or residence (including the Employment Gold Card) is about to expire, the National Immigration Agency service stations will send a notification approximately one month before the expiration. However, this notification is only sent as a paper document to the registered residence address. If the registered address is incorrect, you will not receive the notification. Employment Gold Card holders who wish to change their residence address must update it on the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform. 

Q: What is the difference between reapplying for and extending the Employment Gold Card?
A: If you apply again after your Gold Card has expired or if you were applying for a second Gold Card before October 25, 2021, it is considered a "reapplication" (displayed as "Employment Gold Card Application" on the application platform). The start date of the second Gold Card will be the date your second application is approved. 

If you apply for a second Employment Gold Card within four months before your current card expires, but not earlier than that, or if you applied on or after October 25, 2021, it is considered a "renewal application" (displayed as "Employment Gold Card Extension Application" on the platform). The start date of the second Gold Card will immediately follow the expiration date of the first card. For example, if your first Gold Card expires on November 25, the second Gold Card will start on November 25. 

Please note that although reapplication and renewal applications require the same documents, they have different online application buttons. Both require you to continue meeting the eligibility conditions that you previously qualified under. If you are applying under different conditions, you must meet the new eligibility requirements. 

If you encounter any issues while applying for a renewal or reapplication, you can refer to the Renewal Application Guide and Reapplication Guide. 

Renewal Application Guide.pdf
Reapplication Guide.pdf

Q: My Employment Gold Card is about to expire. What options do I have to extend my stay?
A: You have three options to extend your stay: 

★ Within four months before expiration, you can apply for a renewal through the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform (Employment Gold Card) online. 
★ Within three months before expiration, you can apply for an extension through the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform (Other Reasons Extension) online, or visit a National Immigration Agency service station to apply for a Resident Certificate for Foreigners for Job Seeking (maximum of 6+6 months). After obtaining this permit, you are not allowed to work in Taiwan. For details, please refer to this link. 
★ Your employer can apply for an extension of your work permit with the Ministry of Labor within one month before your Gold Card expires. 

Resident Certificate for Other Reasons - Employment Gold Card to Other Reasons Resident Certificate Guide.pdf
Other Reasons Resident Certificate - Extension Application Guide.pdfThe Employment Gold Card can be renewed online through the "Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform" within four months before its expiration. (Image / Screenshot from the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform website)

Q: My Employment Gold Card is about to expire. Can I apply for a Resident Certificate for Job Seeking?
A: If you are not currently employed in Taiwan, you can apply for a Resident Certificate for Job Seeking. Please prepare the following documents before your Employment Gold Card expires: 

&spadesOriginal passport
&spadesOriginal Employment Gold Card
&spadesA recent color photo (passport-size, taken within six months, hat removed)
&spadesApplication fee: NT$1,000

You can apply online through the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform (Other Reasons Extension). Please refer to the online Job-Seeking Resident Certificate Application Guide. You may also visit the National Immigration Agency service stations to apply for a 6-month residence extension, with the possibility of a second extension if necessary. For online renewal instructions, refer to the Job-Seeking Resident Certificate Extension Guide. 

Resident Certificate for Other Reasons - Employment Gold Card to Other Reasons Resident Certificate Guide.pdf
Other Reasons Resident Certificate - Extension Application Guide.pdf

Q: If I cannot apply for a Job-Seeking Resident Certificate in person, can someone else apply on my behalf?
A: You have two options: 

★ Online Application: Submit your application electronically via the National Immigration Agency's online platform. This new platform supports Employment Gold Card, Entrepreneur Visa, and Employment PASS Card extensions. It also provides an option for a Job-Seeking Resident Certificate online application. 

★ Authorize someone else: You can appoint a representative to apply on your behalf. 

If you are in Taiwan, your representative can submit your application with the following: 

&spadesAuthorization letter
&spadesOriginal passport
&spadesOriginal Employment Gold Card
&spadesA recent passport-size color photo (taken within six months, hat removed)
&spadesApplication fee: NT$1,000
&spadesApplication form for Foreigners&rsquo Residence (Stay) Cases

If you are outside Taiwan, you can authorize a friend or family member in Taiwan to apply at a National Immigration Agency service station. The required documents include: 

&spadesAuthorization letter (certified by a Taiwanese overseas representative office)
&spadesCopy of passport (certified by a Taiwanese overseas representative office)
&spadesOriginal Employment Gold Card
&spadesA recent passport-size color photo (taken within six months, hat removed)
&spadesApplication fee: NT$1,000
&spadesApplication form for Foreigners&rsquo Residence (Stay) Cases

Note: Since you must have a valid residence permit to re-enter Taiwan, your representative should collect your Job-Seeking Resident Certificate and send it to you abroad after approval. 

If you are still unsure about the application process, please contact a National Immigration Agency service station for assistance. 

Q: I switched to a Job-Seeking Resident Certificate before my Employment Gold Card expired. Can I apply for an Employment Gold Card again in the future?
A: If you have switched to a Job-Seeking Resident Certificate, you may apply for an Employment Gold Card again by submitting a new application through the Foreign Professional Talent Application Platform (Employment Gold Card) under the National Immigration Agency&rsquos global information system.