Work Permit
Part-Time Employment for International Students
Introduction
International students studying in Taiwan are permitted to engage in part-time employment; however, a valid work permit must be obtained prior to commencing work, in accordance with government regulations.
👉 Apply online
https://ezwp.wda.gov.tw/wcfonline/wSite/Control?function=StdIndexPage
•Processing Time: 7–10 business days
• Validity：Up to 1 year
Eligibility
Before submitting your application, please ensure that you meet all of the following requirements:
- Completed enrollment and course registration for the current semester
- Maintain active student status for the current semester
- Comply with the applicable work hour restrictions: during the academic semester, the maximum is 20 hours per week; during winter and summer recesses, the maximum is 40 hours per week.
⚠️ Please note that engaging in employment without a valid work permit may result in a fine ranging from NTD 30,000 to NTD 150,000.
On-Campus Work
Students seeking on-campus employment are required to submit their application through the Student Affairs Office.
👉 More info
https://life.tcu.edu.tw/?page_id=4097
Application Support
Students seeking on-campus employment are required to submit their application through the Student Affairs Office.
- Application guidance
- Consultation on applicable regulations
- Document support
👉 Students are strongly encouraged to consult the OGA prior to submitting an application or commencing employment.
Application Method
- Online application only
👉 Manual
https://ezwp.wda.gov.tw/wcfonline/wSite/download/student.pdf
Required Documents
Please prepare the following documents in PDF format:
- Student ID card (bearing the official registration stamp) or Student ID card accompanied by an Enrollment Certificate
- Passport (photo page)
- Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) — both front and reverse sides
- Payment receipt for the application fee (NTD 100)
Common Reasons for Rejection
Applicants are advised to carefully verify the following prior to submission:
- The requested permit period extends beyond the validity of the applicant’s passport or ARC
- Failure to include the previous passport following renewal
- Failure to include the previous passport following renewal
- Inaccurate or invalid payment receipt number
Helpful Reminders
- Apply early (1–2 weeks in advance)
- Double-check all documents
- Match permit duration with passport/ARC validity
- Keep your payment receipt
- Please contact the OGA should you have any questions or concerns.