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Job-Seeking Residence Permit Process

📘 Job-Seeking Residence Permit Process

⏳ Apply within 10 Days After Receiving Your Graduation Certificate

You must apply for a job-seeking residence permit at the National Immigration Agency within 10 days after receiving your graduation certificate.

  • Prepare all required documents immediately
  • Avoid delays that could affect your future visa or residency status

📌 Basic Information

Application Method: In-person by applicant
Processing Time: 5–10 working days

Required Documents:

  • Taiwan university diploma
  • Job-seeking plan
  • Valid passport and color copy
  • 2-inch color photo (white background, no hat)
  • Current rental agreement (if address changed)

🚶‍♂️ Step 1: Apply for Job-Seeking Residence Permit in Person

Go to National Immigration Agency Service Center to extend your ARC.
Note: Must apply in person.

🔍 Step 2: Find a Job

Look for a job during your job-seeking residence period (up to 12 months).
If not found, you may apply for one extension (up to another 12 months).

💼 Step 3: Employer Applies for Work Permit

Once you get a job offer, your employer submits the work permit application, requiring similar documents as your ARC application.
Processing Time: about 7–12 working days

🔄 Step 4: Change to Work ARC

After work permit approval, bring the approval documents to the Immigration Agency or online.
Processing Time: about 10 working days

⚠️ Reminder:
Job-seeking residence permit is not a work permit, and working during this period is not allowed!
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