Taiwan
Taiwan is an important trading partner for Australia. From an economic perspective, our relationship generates business and investment for Australian and Taiwan companies and jobs for people of both economies. Australia and Taiwan also encourage people-to-people contacts in areas such as the arts, culture, education, science, tourism and sport.
Economic, Trade and Political information
Travel information
- Travel advice for Taiwan | See also our Travel Information page
- Before you travel: Passports Australia | Visa information | 'Safe Travel'-Top 10 Tips
- Assistance to Australian travellers: Consular Services Charter
Australian representation in Taiwan
In the absence of formal representation in Taiwan, the Australian Commerce and Industry Office (ACIO) in Taipei unofficially represents Australia's interests. ACIO's business arm, the Australian Business Centre, promotes Australian exports to Taiwan and two-way investment between Australia and Taiwan, and is the first contact point for Australian firms wanting to do business in Taiwan. The ACIO also facilitates the issue of Australian visas for visitors, students and temporary residents, and handles general bilateral relations and public affairs. Similarly, it handles passport applications and the provision of assistance to Australian citizens in Taiwan. The Australian Education International (AEI) commenced operations in Taiwan in July 1995, promoting Australian education opportunities to prospective Taiwanese students.
Australia-China Council
- Australia-China Council website. The Council promotes mutual understanding and fosters people-to-people relations with China, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Contact Details
Director- Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan Section
Ph: 02-6261 3744; International: +61-2-6261 3744
Fax: 02-6112 3744
- Information on quarantine, visas etc is available from ACIO webpage. (external link)