Taiwan Passport Passport Application & Pickup Service with eSIM or Wi-Fi Abroad

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— ROC Passport Specifications —

• Visa Type: Republic of China passport
• Visa validity:
  - Children under 14 years old, 5 years validity
  - Valid for 10 years upon reaching the age of 14 (including 14 years old)
  
  
  

— Documents required —

• [Over 14 years old] Applying for a passport for the first time (Underage template)
  - Original ID card
  - Two color photos of two-inch  on white background (Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin)
  - People under the age of 18 must provide the original ID card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - The first application for an ordinary passport (that is, the first application for an ordinary passport, which has not been applied for before) must be applied in person at the Bureau of Consular Affairs or the Central, South, Eastern or Southwestern Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; or at any household registration office in the country. After the identity of the person is confirmed, an agent can be appointed to apply for the passport.
  -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  

• [Over 14 years old] Apply for passport renewal
  - Original ID card
  - Two color photos of two-inch on white background(Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin)
  - People under the age of 18 must provide the original ID card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - [Passport not expired] needs to be returned, [passport has expired] does not need to be returned
  -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  

• [Over 14 years old] Reissue for lost
  - Original ID card - Two color photos of two-inch on white background(Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin) 
• - People under the age of 18 must provide the original ID card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - A police report is required
  -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  
  
• [Children under the age of 14 without an ID card] Applying for a passport for the first time (template)
  - The original household certificate with detailed notes or an original Household Registration Transcript within the last three months
  -Two color photos of two-inch on white background (Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin)
  - Original copy of the identity card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - The first application for an ordinary passport (that is, the first application for an ordinary passport, which has not been applied for before) must be applied in person at the Bureau of Consular Affairs or the Central, South, Eastern or Southwestern Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; or at any household registration office in the country. After the identity of the person is confirmed, an agent can be appointed to apply for the passport.
  -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  
  
• [Children under 14 without ID card] Apply for passport renewal (template)
  - The original household certificate with detailed notes or an original household registration transcript within the last three months
  -Two color photos of two-inch on white background(Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin)
  - Original copy of the identity card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - [Passport not expired] needs to be returned, [passport has expired] does not need to be returned
   -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  
  
• [Children under the age of 14 who did not apply for an ID card] Reissue if lost (template)
  - The original household certificate with detailed notes or an original household registration transcript within the last three months
  -Two color photos of two-inch on white background(Must be taken within 6 months, 3.2 cm to 3.6 cm in size from the top of the head to the chin)
  - Original copy of the identity card of the parent or guardian (Note 1)
  - A police report is required
  -Power of Attorney for Passport Application
  

＊Adult passport application power of attorney [filled out by applicant]  (template for adult)
＊Appointment letter for minor passport application [filled out by applicant] (template for minors)

(Note 1) Unmarried minors under the age of 18 and who has order of the commencement of guardianship should apply for a passport with their parent or guardian's signature on the back of the application form. In addition to affixing the copy of the signatory's national ID card, the original of the national ID card should also be submitted for inspection. If the parents are divorced or guardianse has the order of the commencement of guardianship, the parent or guardian should provide the original document that proves the right to exercise and assume the rights and obligations of the minor (such as a household certificate detailed records or keep a complete record within three months) The transcript of the household registration in the column) and the original of the national ID card.


— Specifications for color photos on a white background —

• Must be taken within 6 months
  - Half body, front and cap off, clear facial features
  - No tinted glasses. eyes, nose, mouth and ears are not covered
  - No retouching, remake or composite
  - The length from the top of the head to the chin must be 3.2 - 3.6 cm
  - Do not show your teeth
  * Please write your Chinese name in pencil on the back of the ID photo
  * It is recommended to inform the photo studio directly that it must meet the passport specifications

－Application & Passport Pickup Service within Taiwan Main Island－

• Receiving
  - Receiving time: 9:30-12:00 am, 14:30-17:30 pm
  - Receiving procedure: Please prepare and pack the item in advance. The courier will go to pick up the item according to the specified time and wait for up to five minutes. If there is no one on-site or the items are not fully prepared, the courier cannot receive the package successfully. Extra charges will be required to be paid on-site when the courier goes again to pick up.

• Delivery: After the documents are completed, the staff will mail them to your home
• Delivery area:
  - Area A: Zhongshan District, Daan District, Songshan District, Zhongzheng District, Wanhua District, Datong District
  - Area B: Xinyi District, Neihu District, Nangang District
  - Area C: Sanchong District, Banqiao District, Xinzhuang District, Luzhou District, Shilin District, Wenshan District, Xindian District, Zhonghe District, Yonghe District, Xizhi District
  - Area D: Wugu District, Taishan District, Jiuzhuang District, Fuzhou District, Shezi District, Shulin District, Beitou District, Ankeng District, Tucheng District, Wudu District, Sanxia District, Linkou District, Danshui District, Other towns and cities except the island

• The pick-up and delivery must be at the same location
• Actual collection/delivery time varies by region
• Some special areas such as: hospitals, government agencies, airports, stations, etc. have slightly different collection/delivery times, and customers will be notified the day before; please refer to the picture below
• In case of holidays, national holidays and force majeure factors such as typhoon day, etc., they will not be included in the calculation of working days, and the delivery date will be postponed.
• Application can be picked up all around Taiwan (except outlying islands).The delivery time will be delayed by 3-4 days in remote areas and mountainous areas. The actual delivery time depends on the courier. It is recommended to send by post office to avoid long waiting time.
• The pick-up time will depend on the passenger's order time, and the courier will call the passenger to confirm the exact delivery time before delivery.

— Taiwan Delivery Service —

• Mailing Process Instructions:
  • Please mail the application documents to the supplier
  • Recipient: Over The Planet agency center (Over The Planet 代辦中心)
  • Address: 3F, No. 131-6, Songjiang Rd, Zhongshan Dist., Taipei 10491 (NOT Over The Planet headquarters, please send them according to the address in the voucher after ordering)
• Please be sure to leave your [order number] and [sender's name and phone number] on the envelope
• Documents are important personal assets, and it is recommended to send them by registered mail
• After receiving the documents, the Over The Planet agency center will process the passport application within two business days (excluding Saturdays and Sundays)
• After the passport is processed, the supplier will mail it to the address provided on the customer's order, self-pickup is not available
• No need to pay for return postage

— FAQ —

Q: To change your name, you need to change your passport. What information do you need to provide?

A: You don’t need to make special preparations for changing your name. You can apply for it with a new name on your ID card.

Q: My current passport does not originally have an "also known as" name, but it needs to be added. Can I make a note?

A: Yes, but the "also known as" part can only be simple names such as Amy Chen, Peter Won, etc.

Q: If the passport has expired but wants to apply for renewal, do I still need to provide the expired passport?

A: No need to provide an expired passport, only the required documents according to the general passport application

Q: Can people who are currently in China but whose Taiwan passport has expired also be able to apply through this service? Is it possible to directly send the relevant required materials to you by SF Express for processing?

A: To apply for a passport abroad, in addition to the above-mentioned basic required information, a photocopy of the ID card of the related person (such as parents, brothers and sisters) and a relationship certificate (an original copy of the household registration within three months must be identified through the household registration transcript) proof of relationship)

— Taiwan Compatriots Permit —

• Visa type: Tourist/business visa
• Visa validity: 5 years
• Multiple entries
• Stay duration: determined by the customs
• Required documents
  • Passport original copy (valid for at least 6 months)
  • Taiwan ID photocopy (front and back; 1:1; a photo of the ID not accepted)
  • Under 18 years old: Household registration certificate or a photocopy of it (1 copy per applicant)
  • Under 16 years old: The guardian's Taiwan ID photocopy (front and back)
• 2" colour ID photos with white background x2 (1 is for backup, will return to you if not used)
  • Must be taken within 6 months; upper body, not hat, clear image of your face
  • Do not wear coloured lenses; no covering of eyes, nose, mouth, face and ears  
  • No editing or photoshopping. Do not use a photo that you take of a ID photo
  • The length between the top of the head to the chin must be 3.2 - 3.6 cm
  • Not showing teeth
  • Do not wear white tops
• Applicant's place of birth must be Taiwan (Taiwan Compatriots Permit Application Declaration)
• If you already have a Taiwan Compatriots Permit that has not expired yet, you must return it. If you lose a valid Taiwan Compatriots Permit, please attach the original copy of proof of loss issued by the police if you wish to apply for re-issue

* Please write your Chinese name with a pencil on the back of the ID photo
* It is recommended to inform the photo studio directly that the photo must meet the Taiwan Compatriots Permit specifications
* It is strictly forbidden for travellers in China to send the Taiwan Compatriots Permit back to Taiwn to renew or re-issue. If found, the traveller will be blacklisted, will not be allowed back into China ever again, and will not be issued a Taiwan Compatriots Permit in their life. They will also bear all legal liability based on Chinese law for themselves. The power of attorney must bear all legal liability based on Taiwan law for Over The Planet and the supplier and compensate any losses incurred

— Thailand Visa —

• Visa type: Tourist visa
• Visa validity: Must enter the country within 3 months from the date of application
• One-time entry
• Stay duration: 59 days (the actual time allowed in the country once you arrive)
  * The visa validity ≠ The time you can stay in the country
• See the latest entry requirement on Thailand Trade and Economic Office (Taipei) website 
• The visa validity starts from the date of issue. The applicant should be aware of the visa type, validity and any relevant info and enter Thailand within the validity period. Thailand's visa office will not hold travellers liable for miscalculation the dates
• Please provide the correct date of your visit to Thailand and the correct delivery address
• Required documents
  • Application for adults (template)
  • Passport original copy (valid for at least 6 months) with at least 2 empty pages (front and back)
  • Taiwan ID photocopy (front and back; 1:1; a photo of the ID not accepted)
  ** If the applicant does not have a Taiwan ID, please provide a household registration certificate dated within 3 months or a photocopy of one that has detailed notes
  ** Under 18 years old: Household registration certificate or a photocopy of it (1 copy per applicant)
  • Parental Authorization For Granting A Visa In Case Of Minors: Required if an underage child is applying for a visa but their parents are not.
  
• 2" colour ID photos with white background x2 (1 is for backup, will return to you if not used)
  • Must be taken within 6 months; upper body, not hat, clear image of your face
  • Do not wear coloured lenses; no covering of eyes, nose, mouth, face and ears
  • No editing or photoshopping. Do not use a photo that you take of a ID photo
  • The length between the top of the head to the chin must be 3.2 - 3.6 cm
  • Not showing teeth

 * Please write your Chinese name with a pencil on the back of the ID photo
* It is recommended to inform the photo studio directly that the photo specifications are the same as the passport

• Please note the following in the "Requests & Remarks" section when booking 
  • The expected visit date
  • The Chinese name and phone number of each traveller
  • The Chinese name and phone number of at least 1 emergency contact in Taiwan
  • The name and address of the hotel in Thailand