Taiwan Launches New Policy to Encourage Voluntary Departure

Key Point 

• Taiwan introduced a new immigration policy that reduces fines for overstayers who voluntarily self-report

Voluntary Departure from Taiwan  

Taiwan introduced a new policy to encourage voluntary departure for individuals who have overstayed their permitted stay. Starting 1 October 2025, authorities will reduce fines by 50% when foreign nationals and nationals without household registration self-report. 

To qualify, individuals must report voluntarily, pay the reduced fine and depart Taiwan within the designated timeframe. This option is only available to individuals who do not have a criminal record and pose no security risk. 

The Ministry of the Interior (MOI) emphasized that this policy aims to strike a balance between national security and human rights. By offering a formal incentive for voluntary compliance, Taiwan hopes to reduce the administrative burden of deportation and encourage overstayers to resolve their status proactively. 

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