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Taiwan corporate guides

Doing business
in Taiwan.

Our corporate guides provide concise, up-to-date information, ideal for anyone looking to understand the essentials of doing business in Taiwan.

Formation guides.

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Get a clear overview of what is involved in setting up a business in Taiwan. Plan with confidence and start on solid ground.

Entering Taiwan’s medtech market as a foreign investor
Taiwan fintech market entry: Regulation, compliance and opportunities
Investing in Taiwan’s green energy sector
Taiwan’s FDI opportunities and regulatory considerations
Investing in Taiwan’s food and beverage sector
Investing in Taiwan’s semiconductor industry for foreign investors
Cross-border e-commerce in Taiwan for international sellers
Protecting your intellectual property in Taiwan
Setting up a foreign-owned company in Taiwan
Setting up a representative office in Taiwan

Corporate governance guides.

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Understand the key statutory requirements to keep your business compliant. Avoid issues with authorities and prevent costly penalties.

Directors’ roles and duties in Taiwan
Company secretary roles and responsibilities in Taiwan
How to close a business in Taiwan
Company chops in Taiwan
Corporate compliance requirements for Taiwan companies

Accounting & tax guides.

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Explore Taiwan’s accounting and tax system to ensure your business stays compliant and avoids costly issues.

Mid-year compliance checklist for companies in Taiwan
Choosing between a branch and a subsidiary in Taiwan
Taiwan ESG reporting requirements for foreign investors
Key considerations for successful M&A in Taiwan
Transfer pricing in Taiwan: An overview
Financial due diligence in Taiwan: A strategic imperative for investors
Annual audit requirements in Taiwan
Taiwan tax receipt verification
Investment and tax incentives for foreign businesses in Taiwan
Taxation in Taiwan: Overview & business requirements

HR & payroll guides.

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Understand the essentials of HR and payroll in Taiwan to stay compliant, avoid conflicts and build trust with your local team.

Dual employment and multi-entity arrangements in Taiwan
Additional employee benefits in Taiwan
Common HR and payroll compliance risks for foreign employers in Taiwan
What to prepare before outsourcing your payroll in Taiwan
Hiring in Taiwan before setting up a local entity
Taiwan work permits and ARC for foreign nationals
Payroll requirements for companies in Taiwan
Understanding employment laws in Taiwan

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About Taiwan.

Taiwan’s economy is built on high-tech manufacturing, innovation and international trade. Its location in East Asia gives it easy access to mainland China, Japan and Southeast Asia, and it’s home to TSMC, which controls close to 70% of the global semiconductor foundry market, making Taiwan a critical link in chip supply chains worldwide.

The workforce is highly educated, operating costs are competitive, and the legal system offers solid intellectual property protection, all of which continue to draw foreign investment. Infrastructure is a strength too: transport networks are advanced, utilities are reliable, and digital connectivity supports both industrial operations and service businesses.

The government backs entrepreneurship and foreign investment through tax incentives, R&D grants and dedicated development zones, and has pushed regulatory reform and public-service digitalisation to help foreign companies get up and running with less friction.

Taiwanese business culture.

Confucian values run through Taiwanese business etiquette, with a strong emphasis on respect and hierarchy. Meetings are formal, particularly early on, and using titles and surnames matters. Punctuality is expected, and how you dress and carry yourself gets noticed.

Business cards go with both hands, text facing the recipient. It’s a small gesture, but it signals attentiveness. Take a moment to look at the card before setting it down on the table or in a holder, never straight into a pocket.

Guanxi, or relationships, sit at the centre of how business gets done in Taiwan. Technical ability and price matter, but personal trust often tips the decision. That trust builds over time, through repeated meetings, shared meals, and taking part in local customs like tea ceremonies or gift-giving.

The business environment itself has become more transparent in recent years. Digital transformation has cut a lot of the delay out of administrative processes, though some formalities remain, and local expertise still helps when working through sector-specific rules and compliance requirements.

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