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VISA

Disclaimer: The following VISA application steps are courtesy of ICIP 2019 at http://2019.ieeeicip.org/?action=page6&id=3. ICIP 2019 is held back-to-back with AVSS 2019 in Taipei, September 22-25, 2019. The AVSS 2019 Organization Committee greatly appreciates the ICIP 2019 Committee for sharing this VISA guideline.

All overseas visitors are required to have a valid passport and, with the exception of delegates from visa-free countries (please see below), are required to have the appropriate visa. It is the responsibility of the participant to obtain a visa in advance if required. See below for a list of types of VISA in alphabetical order to enter Taiwan for your reference.

For information on obtaining a visa, including necessary funds and health requirements, please contact your local Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TECO) for full and official instructions on the specific visa regulations and application procedures that apply to you. We recommand to apply at least 2 months prior to your travel. If you require a letter for invitation, please contact the organization committee at avss2019tw@gmail.com.

For the latest information regarding VISA requirements, please visit the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Taiwan (Republic of China R.O.C.) at https://www.boca.gov.tw/mp-2.html.

Visitor VISA for Attending Conference

Designated countries: Nationals from the following countries applying for visitor visas to Taiwan R.O.C. must fulfill the procedure of this section: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cameroon, Gambia, Ghana, India (Identity Certificate), Iraq, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Senegal, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Syria
https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-159-249-4162c-2.html

Hong Kong and Macau Residents: online application available

https://niioa.immigration.gov.tw/NIA_OnlineApply_inter/visafreeApply/visafreeApplyForm.action

Mainland China Residents: Due to the complicated procedures, it is strongly to contact avss2019tw@gmail.com at least 2 months before the Conference.
https://www.immigration.gov.tw/5475

eVISA: Nationals of the following countries are eligible for eVisa: Bahrain, Burkina Faso, Colombia, Dominica, Ecuador, Eswatini, Kiribati, Kuwait, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Montenegro, Oman, Palau, Panama, Peru, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Solomon Islands, Turkey, and United Arab Emirates. Other foreign nationals must obtain an eCode from the host organization in Taiwan R.O.C. prior to submitting an online application for an eVisa. To apply for eCode, please send a clear bio-page of your passport to avss2019tw@gmail.com.

https://v isawebapp.boca.gov.tw/BOCA_MRVWeb/subroot/MRVWeb0_disclaimer.jsp

Southeast Asian Countries: Applicable to citizens of India, Vietnam, the Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, Cambodia and Lao and the applicant possesses at least one of the following documents issued by Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, any of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, or the United States:
https://niaspeedy.immigration.gov.tw/nia_southeast/languageAction!confirm

Visa-exempt: Nationals are eligible for the visa exemption program, with a duration of stay.
https://www.boca.gov.tw/cp-149-270-9fd80-2.html

Invitation Letter

The Conference organizers will be pleased to offer an official invitation letter to any individual requesting one once their registration and fees have been received. It is to be understood that such an invitation is intended to help potential participants obtain a visa but not imply any financial support nor offer a guarantee that the abstract will be accepted. All expenses incurred in relation to the Conference are the sole responsibility of the attendee.

You may request such a letter by contacting registration liaison at avss2019@gmail.com.

Getting Here

How to get to the AVSS 2019 Venue

University of Taipei Bo Ai Campus

Address: No. 1, Aiguo West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, 100

Google Map: https://goo.gl/maps/ikK3M337qfasD8Cu7

From the Airport

Step 1. Take MRT Taoyuan [Airport EXPRESS] from
A14 Airport Terminal 3 (Under Construction)/
A13 Airport Terminal 2/
A12 Airport Terminal 1
TO
A1 Taipei Main Station (MRT Taipei Beimen Station) for transit
[check MRT Taoyuan fare table here]

Step 2. Take MRT Taipei from
G13 Beimen Station
TO
G10 Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station
[check MRT Taipei fare table here]
Step 3. Find Exit 7 of G10 Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station
The University is around 300m away (around 5 mins by feet).

By Metro

Take MRT Taipei from
G13 Beimen Station
TO
G10 Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station
[check MRT Taipei fare table here]
Step 3. Find Exit 7 of G10 Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station
The University is around 300m away (around 5 mins by feet).

By Taxi or Driving

Landmarks Nearby:

Ministry of Justice 法務部 (250m)
Central Weather Bureau 中央氣象局 (400m)
Presidential Office Building 總統府 (850m)
National Central Library 國家圖書館 (850m)
National Concert Hall / National Theater 國家兩廳院 (900m)

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