Age
Canadian Working Holiday age range; other categories may differ.
References: TW-CA
Canadian passport / Working Holiday
Working Holiday in Taiwan for Canadians (2026)
Check the essential requirements, then follow the five stages to prepare your application and trip.
Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
Canadian BOCA source updated 20 March 2025 read directly. No numeric course or employer cap established; do not transfer other passports’ rules.
Key facts at a glance
- Age
- 18–35Learn moreReferences: TW-CA
- Length of stay
- 180 days; extension up to one year totalLearn moreReferences: TW-ISSUER
- Initial funds
- CAD 2500 + travelLearn moreReferences: CA-TW-BOCA-18
- Visa fee
- Abroad: USD 100 equivalentLearn moreReferences: CA-TW-BOCA-18
- Annual quota
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW-CA
- Application dates and timing
- Extension in the final 15 daysLearn moreReferences: CA-TW-BOCA-18
- Language
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW-CA
- Study
- To be confirmedLearn moreReferences: TW-CA
- Work
- Visa regarded as work permitLearn moreReferences: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Canada →TaiwanWorking Holiday in Taiwan for Canadians (2026)
Requirements, application steps and preparation before departure.
Step 1
Check requirements and language preparation
Length of stay
Each entry allows up to 180 days. An extension can bring the total to one year from first entry; request it during the final 15 days of the initial stay.
References: TW-ISSUER
Initial funds
At least CAD 2500 initial support, ticket to Taiwan and return/onward ticket or purchase funds.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Visa fee
Currency set by the mission; inside Taiwan NT 4000. Non-refundable, not CAD 100 or an invented conversion.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Annual quota
Not confirmed in this Canadian-passport research. Consult the official checklist; this does not mean no requirement applies.
References: TW-CA
Application dates and timing
180 days per entry; extension before expiry in the final 15 days. Total one year from first entry, distinct from visa validity.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Language
Not confirmed in this Canadian-passport research. Consult the official checklist; this does not mean no requirement applies.
References: TW-CA
Explore language courses →Passport
Canadian passport; no previous participation in the programme.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Insurance
Throughout the stay.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Documents and participation
Print and sign the online form, two recent photos, passport and insurance; additional evidence or interview possible.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Step 2
Apply through the official route
Online BOCA form, printed and signed, then responsible Ottawa, Toronto, Vancouver or Montreal mission under its instructions.
- Check 18–35 at filing, passport beyond one year and no previous participation.
- Select 180 days, multiple entries, WH purpose; then print and sign.
- Attach funds, travel, photos and insurance; confirm the fee in the designated currency.
- File under mission instructions; read entry, stay and extension periods.
Step 3
Read your approval and entry conditions
Read the entire approval notice: identity, dates, entry deadline and conditions. Keep it available offline. Do not assume the visa starts on your preferred date.
Step 4
Get ready for the trip
Keep CAD 2500 initial funds separate from travel with full insurance. Visa validity: one year from issue; total stay limit: one year from first entry. Plan the 180-day extension.
- Passport, visa and requested evidence accessible offline.
- Initial funds, insurance and departure costs checked separately.
- First accommodation and airport transport arranged.
Step 5
Start your Working Holiday
The annotation starts the stay the day after arrival. Track 180 days per entry, extension in the final 15 days, total one year from first entry. No visa change after entry.
Work
No separate permit, but work secondary to holidays and qualifications apply. No per-employer cap established here.
Study
Not confirmed in this Canadian-passport research. Consult the official checklist; this does not mean no requirement applies.
Explore language courses →Language courses · commercial service
Plan a language course for your trip.
Through ViveCampus you can request language-course quotes with international-student discounts. Offers may vary by your country of origin and destination. A personalized quote confirms available discounts and the final price. Booking a course does not guarantee a visa.
Not confirmed in this Canadian-passport research. Consult the official checklist; this does not mean no requirement applies.
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Frequently asked questions
Separate visa and work permit?
BOCA regards the visa as a permit, with professional qualifications applicable.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Explore language courses →Does 180 days mean an immediate year?
No: extension in the final 15 days, total one year from first entry.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Are visa validity and stay identical?
No: visa from issue, maximum stay from first entry.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
CAD 100 charge?
No: USD 100 equivalent in the mission’s designated currency.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Can I restart after departure?
Previous participation excludes a new application.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
What course duration is confirmed?
No numeric duration here; confirm before enrolling.
References: CA-TW-BOCA-18
Official sources
Each source retains its own check date. Governments can change requirements at any time; check the official government pages before applying.
2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
TW-CA · IRCC - Canadian passport: Taiwan
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-17 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.
TW-ISSUER · Taiwan - official destination guidance
Read the official instructions ↗2026-10-18 · Governments can change visa requirements at any time. Always check the official government pages before applying.