Moving to
Taiwan
The real numbers for Taiwan: take-home pay after tax, the true cost of living in Taipei, and how expats and nomads get a visa.
Take-home pay
Net salary in Taiwan after income tax and social security:
Progressive resident rates; non-residents in their first 183 days are taxed at a flat 18%.
Cost of living · Taipei
Visa
No dedicated nomad visa; skilled professionals typically use the Employment Gold Card residence-and-work permit.
Very safe with low crime and helpful locals; petty crime is rare.
Dial 110 for police, ambulance or fire.
Get paid in your home currency, spend in TWD, skip the ~3% bank markup.
Nomad-friendly cover that works from day one — most visas require it.
Moving to Taiwan — FAQ
Is there income tax in Taiwan?
Yes. Taiwan taxes income on progressive brackets. On a $60,000 salary the effective rate is about 13.5%, leaving roughly $51,920.
Can digital nomads get a visa for Taiwan?
Taiwan has no dedicated digital-nomad visa. No dedicated nomad visa; skilled professionals typically use the Employment Gold Card residence-and-work permit.
How much does it cost to live in Taipei?
A single person needs roughly $1,400/month in Taipei, and a family around $3,400/month, all-in.