The amendments to the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals have officially taken effect on January 1, 2026.
To help overseas Chinese and international students better understand the latest employment policies in Taiwan and to promote talent retention, the key information is summarized below:

I. Overview of Key Amendments

The main points of the amendments include:
Regulations on work applications for foreign professionals
Overseas Chinese students who graduate from an associate degree program or above are exempt from applying for a work permit and may work in Taiwan directly
Eligibility of foreign professionals under the new Labor Pension System
Enrollment and benefit claims under Employment Insurance
Regulations on residency and permanent residency applications
The above information has been compiled into briefing materials by the National Development Council (NDC), the Ministry of Labor, and the National Immigration Agency, and is provided for reference by overseas Chinese students and employers.

👉 Information page on the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals:
https://foreigntalentact.ndc.gov.tw/Content_List.aspx?n=8E20BBA0AFD356E5

II. Employment Guide for Overseas Chinese and International Students

To assist overseas Chinese and international students in transitioning smoothly to employment in Taiwan after graduation, the NDC has also prepared an Employment Guide (Easy Guide), which includes:
Extension period for post-graduation residency
Application procedures and steps
Eligible applicants and important notes

III. Important Reminder

The above policies are important measures related to post-graduation employment in Taiwan. Overseas Chinese and international students are encouraged to review the information carefully and plan their career paths in advance.
For further inquiries regarding the Act or employment in Taiwan, please contact:
Talent Taiwan – International Talent Service and Recruitment Center (National Development Council)
Official website: https://talent.nat.gov.tw
Inquiry email: help@talent.nat.gov.tw
Service hotline: +886-2-7733-7660

IV. Employment Opportunities for Overseas Alumni
Overseas Chinese and international alumni who graduated 5 to 10 years ago are also encouraged to stay informed about Taiwan’s latest employment policies and its friendly labor market, and to consider returning to Taiwan for career development during career transition periods.