American Citizen Services - Taiwan

21/07/2022

There remain restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into Taiwan. Any U.S. citizen planning to travel to Taiwan should confirm their eligibility to enter Taiwan based on current border control measures. Currently, travelers that do not hold a Taiwan passport must have a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) or visa to enter Taiwan; exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis for individuals who obtain entry permission for emergency or humanitarian reasons. Travelers are encouraged to contact their local TECRO office to verify eligibility for travel as restrictions are amended. Please see the COVID-19 Information page at https://www.ait.org.tw/covid-19-information/ for more information.

13/06/2022

好消息！從6月12日開始，所有搭機入境美國的旅客將不再需要在登機前出具COVID-19檢測結果或康復證明。閱讀有關美國疾病管制暨預防中心（CDC）取消這項要求的命令，請至：https://www.cdc.gov/.../rel.../2022/s0610-COVID-19-test.html

Great News! Starting June 12, air passengers will no longer need to get tested and show a COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 prior to boarding a flight to the United States. To read the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention order rescinding the requirement, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/.../rel.../2022/s0610-COVID-19-test.html

CDC provides credible COVID-19 health information to the U.S.

16/12/2021

The February 2022 Foreign Service Officer Test (FSOT) will be administered from January 29 – February 6, 2022. People who are interested in taking the FSOT, please visit: https://home.pearsonvue.com/fsot

09/06/2021

18/05/2021

Please take note of the latest advisories from Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Effective from May 19 to June 18:

• Non-Taiwan nationals without a valid Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) will be temporarily barred from entry. Exceptions may be made for individuals who obtain entry permission for emergency or humanitarian reason.
• Transit travelers will be temporarily barred from entry.
• TECO will halt processing of visa applications.

Movement Restrictions:

• Effective from May 15 to May 28, epidemic alert level for Taipei City and New Taipei City raised to level 3. Restrictions and preventive measures are in place.

17/05/2021

Due to the heightened alert level in response to increased instances of local COVID-19 transmission, please anticipate longer wait times than normal both for setting up an appointment, and upon arrival at AIT.

Please arrive for sign-in during the window allotted for your appointment, no later than 10 minutes early or late. If you are not able to arrive on time, please reschedule your visit online. There are no exceptions to this requirement.

All visitors to the American Citizen Services unit over the age of two years old are required to wear a mask in the waiting room. Social distancing rules apply at all times.

Thank you for your understanding.

19/03/2021

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling and living abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. The benefits are many:

☑️ Receive important information from the Embassy about safety conditions in your destination country, helping you make informed decisions about your travel plans.

☑️ Help the U.S. Embassy contact you in an emergency, whether natural disaster, civil unrest, or family emergency.

☑️ Help family and friends get in touch with you in an emergency.

Sign up today at https://step.state.gov/step/ to take advantage of this fantastic free service!

25/01/2021

Louisiana residents: The State of Louisiana will conduct two special primary elections on Tuesday, March 20, 2021, to fill a vacancy for the 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts. Make your voice heard
by submitting your completed, signed FPCA to their local election officials in Louisiana via email, mail, or fax by February 17, 2021.

Louisiana residents in Taiwan can drop off their completed ballots at AIT between 8 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except for Taiwan and American holidays. Ballots are collected inside the Consular Entrance at the American Institute in Taiwan. AIT will then send it to your local election official. Your ballot must be in either a postage paid return envelope (free if you click the link below to get one!) or in an envelope bearing sufficient domestic U.S. postage, and must also be addressed to the relevant local election officials. For additional information and assistance, please visit https://www.fvap.gov/louisiana

14/01/2021

Information for Travelers Entering the United States:

Effective January 26, the Centers for Disease Control (https://www.cdc.gov/quarantine/fr-proof-negative-test.html) will require all air passengers entering the United States (including U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents) to present a negative COVID-19 test, taken within three calendar days of departure​, or proof of recovery from the virus within the last 90 days. Airlines must confirm the negative test result or proof of recent recovery for all passengers prior to boarding. ​Airlines must deny boarding of passengers who do not provide documentation of a negative test or recovery.

Please see CDC’s FAQ for answers to questions about the new requirement for proof of negative COVID-19 test or recovery from COVID-19 for all air passengers arriving in the United States. The FAQ is available at: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/testing-international-air-travelers.html

If you are planning to travel overseas or if you are currently overseas and planning to return to the U.S., you should contact your airline for specific information about testing requirements for travelers. Because airlines may adopt and modify their own specific policies to implement CDC’s new rule, you should contact the carrier for your U.S.-bound flight and not rely on information from other carriers or information or experience from previous trips.

The Department of State advises all U.S. citizens to read the country-specific Travel Advisories and U.S. Embassy COVID pages for updates on the impact of COVID-19 worldwide. Please visit https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html for this additional information.

23/12/2020

AIT strives for the best in customer service all year 'round. In order to deliver on this promise, we ask that our visitors please carefully note their appointment time, and plan to arrive punctually.

You should arrive at AIT no more than ten (10) minutes before your scheduled appointment to pass through security. Because our waiting area is limited, we cannot accommodate people inside whose appointment time has not arrived. You will not be admitted more than 10 minutes before or after your scheduled appointment. If you miss your appointment window, you must book a new appointment online.

So, don't become a Grumpy Cat - be on time for your appointment, and let us wow you with our efficient, professional and friendly service!

15/12/2020

Georgia residents: Your Vote Counts!

Don’t wait. Return your ballot early, to ensure it's counted!
Where? HERE! When? 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday (except for Taiwan and American holidays). Ballots must be postmarked by January 5, 2021 to be counted, so don't delay!

Drop off your completed ballot inside the Consular Entrance at the American Institute in Taiwan. AIT will send it to your local election official. Your ballot must be in either a postage paid return envelope (free if you click the link below to get one!) or in an envelope bearing sufficient domestic U.S. postage, and must also be addressed to the relevant local election officials. For additional information and assistance, please visit https://www.fvap.gov/georgia