Taiwan working holiday visa for Ireland citizens

Taiwan Working Holiday Authorisation · verified against official sources, 13 July 2026

The short answer

Ireland citizens aged 18–30 can get the Taiwan Working Holiday Authorisation and live and work in Taiwan for up to 12 months. It costs about ~£82 (€95). Places: 400 Taiwanese/year (annual Nov window). Age is counted when you apply, not when you travel.

Age window

18–30

Duration

12 months

Cost

~£82 (€95)

Quota

400 Taiwanese/year (annual Nov window)

The conditions that matter

Apply before your 31st birthday
€1,500 + return ticket / €3,000 / €4,000 funds; private medical insurance

Apply on the official site Check all your options Packaged working holidays in Taiwan

Guidance only — youth-mobility rules, ages, quotas and fees change. Always confirm on the official government page before you book flights or apply.

Other countries open to Ireland passports

Australia — ages 18–35, up to 12 months New Zealand — ages 18–30, up to 12 months Canada — ages 18–35, up to 24 months Japan — ages 18–30, up to 12 months South Korea — ages 18–34, up to 12 months Hong Kong — ages 18–30, up to 12 months

Taiwan rules for other passports

United Kingdom Australia Germany France Netherlands Belgium