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How long does the application take for hiring foreign professional workers?
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Cross-Border Workforce Affairs Center

Date of update

2022-12-20

Date of inspection

2022-12-20

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1733


Application submitted online
According to Article 7 of Regulations on the Permission and Administration of the Employment of Foreign Workers, employers hiring foreigners shall apply online via the EZ Work Permit platform (https://ezwp.wda.gov.tw/ ). 7 working days (counting from the next day when the application has been received), given that all the documents are complete and both the employer and employee have met the criteria.

Application submitted in personWith the legitimate reason (for example: natural disasters such as earthquakes, typhoons, or website unavailable) and has the approval from the central authorities, employers hiring foreigners can apply on paper. 12 working days (counting from the next day when the application has been received), given that all the documents are complete and both the employer and employee have met the criteria.