Taiwan Company Registration | Set Up a Company in Taiwan
Planning Taiwan company registration or looking to set up a company in Taiwan? The most common company types are the limited company and the company limited by shares. You first apply to the Administration of Commerce, Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), for a search of the company name and business scope. After a certified public accountant (CPA) audits and certifies the capital, you file the incorporation registration with the Administration of Commerce or a special municipality government. Foreign nationals can own 100% of a Taiwan company, but must first get foreign investment approval from the MOEA Department of Investment Review.
The name search fee is NT$300 (NT$150 online). The incorporation registration fee is NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of capital, with a minimum of NT$1,000, and there is no minimum capital. After registration, the National Taxation Bureau sets up the tax registration from the registry data. Profit-seeking enterprise income tax is 20% and business tax is 5%. NSS Group (戰國策集團) has served more than 30,000 companies and offers one-stop Taiwan company registration, from entity selection, name search, capital audit and incorporation to tax registration and bank account opening, for local and foreign investors starting a business in Taiwan.
The name search, capital audit, incorporation registration and tax registration all follow clear rules, and online filing comes with reduced fees.
Taxable income of NT$120,000 or less is exempt from profit-seeking enterprise income tax. The general business tax rate is 5%.
Outside the sectors on the negative list, foreign nationals can set up a 100% foreign-owned Taiwan company once the Department of Investment Review approves.
The Company Act no longer sets a minimum capital. The capital only needs to cover setup costs and be audited by a CPA. Regulated industries follow their own rules.
a company in Taiwan?
Taiwan’s appeal lies not only in its strategic position at the center of the Asia-Pacific, but also in its stable and transparent business environment.
In recent years the government has promoted startup-friendly policies, simplified company setup and offered a range of incentive and subsidy programs, with strong support for priority sectors such as artificial intelligence, green energy and biotechnology.
Taiwan is also quick to adopt innovation and new technology, which gives startups a good place to test their market and grow. For companies that want to reach mainland China, Japan and Southeast Asia, Taiwan works well as an operating headquarters and support base.
In Taiwan, the most common company types are the limited company and the company limited by shares. They differ in the number of shareholders, board requirements and how freely shares can be transferred, so they suit businesses of different sizes and stages. A foreign company can also register a Taiwan branch.
The overall timeline depends on the name search, the capital audit and the registry’s review. Foreign nationals must first obtain foreign investment approval and have the invested capital verified, which takes longer. NSS Group has served more than 30,000 companies and can help you choose the entity type, prepare documents and arrange the CPA audit, so each step of your Taiwan company registration is clear and compliant.
The registration process is clear and efficient, with five main steps:
Draft several company names and a business scope, and apply for a name search with the MOEA Administration of Commerce. The fee is NT$300 (NT$150 online). An approved name is reserved for 6 months.
Use the name approval to open a preparatory account for the company at a bank so the capital can be paid in. Foreign investors must first get investment approval from the Department of Investment Review, then apply to have the invested capital verified after the funds arrive.
After the registered capital is deposited in the preparatory account, a CPA audits the capital and issues a certified audit report.
Prepare the articles of incorporation, the shareholders’ consent or board meeting minutes, the CPA capital audit report and proof of the business address, and file the incorporation registration with the MOEA Administration of Commerce or a special municipality government. The registration fee is NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of capital, with a minimum of NT$1,000.
Once the company is approved, the National Taxation Bureau completes the tax registration using the data sent by the registry, so no separate application is needed. You then apply to the National Taxation Bureau for a Government Uniform Invoice (or e-invoice) purchase permit and can start trading.
service
- Company name search and reservation
- Preparation and filing of registration documents
- Drafting of governing documents
- Collection of the registration certificate
- Advice on Taiwan bank and foreign currency accounts
- Account opening document preparation
- Appointment booking and accompaniment
- Post-opening support
- Registered address
- Company secretary appointment
- Annual filing services
- Document custody and management
- Bookkeeping
- Tax filing and planning
- Financial statement preparation
- Audit arrangement
- Trademark search and assessment
- Trademark application filing
- Trademark maintenance and renewal
- Infringement protection advice
- Company change filings
- Share transfer support
- Company deregistration
- Legal advisory support
To help you sell, we offer a Stripe application consulting service for businesses selling internationally, so your customers can pay you easily and you can win more sales.
Good customer service is key to a successful business. We include a free AI customer service system that answers customer questions in real time and raises customer satisfaction.
A professional, attractive website is your company’s storefront online. We offer full web design services so your site looks good and works well.
Online marketing is a key part of business success today. We offer professional online marketing services, including SEO, social media marketing and content marketing.
Register your company with NSS Group company formation and receive our exclusive free one-stop AI business management system––valued at NT$360,000
One AI system to run your whole company: 12 core systems, 75+ feature modules and 15 AI tools covering the full business workflow, so a new company can start operating quickly.
- Entity type and structure assessment
- Company name and business scope search
- CPA capital audit arrangement
- Incorporation document preparation and filing
- Foreign investment approval support
Official fees: name search NT$300 (NT$150 online); incorporation registration NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of capital, minimum NT$1,000. CPA audit, bookkeeping, tax filing and advisory fees are quoted by company type and service scope. See the cost breakdown below. There are no hidden fees.
Taiwan company formation cost: official fee breakdown
Official fees for Taiwan company registration are set by the Regulations Governing Company Registration Fees and are modest. The main costs are the CPA capital audit, bookkeeping and tax filing, and the business address. The items are listed below so you can check each line when you compare quotes to set up a company in Taiwan.
| Item | Official fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Company name and business scope search | NT$300 (NT$150 online) | An approved name is reserved for 6 months and can be extended once by 1 month. The fee is not refunded if the application is rejected. |
| Incorporation registration fee | NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of capital, minimum NT$1,000 | Based on paid-in capital for a company limited by shares and total capital for a limited company. Each electronic filing is reduced by NT$300. |
| Taiwan branch of a foreign company | NT$1,000 per branch, plus NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of operating funds | Registration of a foreign company's representative office is NT$1,000 per office. |
| Capital | No minimum capital | The capital must cover setup costs and be audited and certified by a CPA. Regulated industries follow the rules of the competent authority. |
| CPA capital audit and certification | Quoted by the CPA | A CPA capital audit report must be attached to the incorporation registration. |
| Bookkeeping, tax filing and business address | Quoted by service scope | The registered business address must legally qualify as the company's location, and tax returns must be filed as required. |
| NSS Group advisory fee | Written quote after a free assessment | Based on company type, shareholder background (local or foreign) and service scope. Every item is listed in the quote, with no hidden fees. |
Fees follow the MOEA Regulations Governing Company Registration Fees, checked in October 2026. The latest notice from the MOEA Administration of Commerce prevails.
Taiwan company tax basics: 20% income tax and 5% business tax
A Taiwan company mainly pays profit-seeking enterprise income tax and business tax. After incorporation, the National Taxation Bureau sets up the tax registration automatically from the registry data.
| Item | Rule | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Profit-seeking enterprise income tax | 20% | Exempt if taxable income is NT$120,000 or less. Above NT$120,000 the full amount is taxed at 20%, but the tax payable cannot exceed half of the amount above NT$120,000. |
| Surtax on undistributed earnings | 5% | Charged on earnings not distributed for the year. Calendar-year companies file for the previous year each May. |
| Business tax | General rate 5% | Charged on sales of goods or services with Government Uniform Invoices (including e-invoices) and filed periodically. Small businesses and some others follow separate rules. |
| Dividend withholding (non-residents) | 21% | Withheld on distributions to non-resident individuals or foreign entities. A tax treaty rate applies where a treaty covers the recipient. |
| Tax registration | No separate application | After the company completes incorporation registration, the National Taxation Bureau sets up the tax registration from the registry data. The company can then apply for Government Uniform Invoices. |
Tax rates follow Ministry of Finance notices. Ask a CPA to assess how they apply to your actual operations.
Limited company, company limited by shares or branch? Entity comparison
Local founders in Taiwan usually choose a limited company or a company limited by shares. Foreign investors can set up a subsidiary (a foreign-invested company) or register a Taiwan branch of a foreign company.
| Item | Limited company | Company limited by shares | Taiwan branch of a foreign company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shareholders and directors | 1 or more shareholders, 1 to 3 directors | 2 or more shareholders (or 1 government or corporate shareholder), a board of directors or directors as set in the articles | Set up by the foreign parent company, which must appoint a litigious and non-litigious agent in Taiwan |
| Share transfer | Needs consent of the other shareholders, less flexible | Generally free to transfer, suited to fundraising | Not applicable |
| Set up by foreign nationals | Foreign investment approval and capital verification by the Department of Investment Review first | Foreign investment approval and capital verification by the Department of Investment Review first | Foreign company branch registration with the Administration of Commerce |
| Best for | Small businesses, family businesses, solo founders | Plans to bring in investors, employee share plans or a stock listing | A parent company operating and taking orders directly in Taiwan |
These are general principles. Choose based on the number of shareholders, fundraising plans and tax planning.
What foreign founders should know about setting up a company in Taiwan
- Get foreign investment approval first: foreign investors apply to the MOEA Department of Investment Review for investment approval. After the funds are paid into the preparatory account, they apply to have the invested capital verified, and only after the approval and verification letters are issued can the company file its incorporation registration.
- Negative list and regulated industries: some industries are closed or restricted to foreign investment, and regulated industries also need approval from the competent authority.
- The registry depends on location and capital: local companies in a special municipality with paid-in capital under NT$500 million are handled by the municipal government. Others follow the MOEA Administration of Commerce's division of work, and branches of foreign companies are handled by the Administration of Commerce.
- Capital audit and certification: whether the founders are local or foreign, a CPA must audit the capital and issue an audit report.
- Tax after opening: the National Taxation Bureau sets up the tax registration from the registry data. The company then applies for Government Uniform Invoices (e-invoices) and files business tax periodically and income tax annually.
Further reading
Sources: MOEA Administration of Commerce: company name search guide; MOEA Administration of Commerce: authorities that handle company registration; MOEA Department of Investment Review: foreign investment application process; Ministry of Finance eTax portal: profit-seeking enterprise income tax rates; Ministry of Finance eTax portal: tax registration for new companies. The latest notices from the competent authorities prevail. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice.
How long does it take to set up a company in Taiwan?
The time to set up a Taiwan company depends on the name search, the preparatory bank account, the CPA capital audit and the registry’s review. Foreign nationals must first obtain investment approval and capital verification from the Department of Investment Review, which takes longer. Regulated industries also need approval from the competent authority. Before we start, we give you the actual process and timeline for your structure.
What documents do I need to register a company in Taiwan?
To set up a company in Taiwan, you usually need to prepare the following:
- 1. Identity documents for shareholders, directors and ultimate beneficial owners
- 2. Proof of address from the last three months and contact details
- 3. Taiwan company name, company type and registered address arrangements
- 4. A description of the business model, main trading regions and source of funds
- 5. Shareholding percentages, director appointments, KYC and required authorization documents
Do I need to be in Taiwan in person to set up a company?
Most of the Taiwan company setup process can be completed remotely through document preparation, authorized signing and a local agent, so you do not have to be there in person throughout. However, bank account opening, identity checks, special licenses or certain government procedures may require a director, shareholder or authorized person to attend in person, join a video call or provide extra documents. We confirm these requirements in advance and help you arrange them.
What tax and filing obligations does a Taiwan company have?
- 1. Profit-seeking enterprise income tax (20%), business tax (general rate 5%) and withholding tax filings
- 2. Annual filings, company registration upkeep, registered agent or secretarial services
- 3. Accounting records, audit, and economic substance or beneficial ownership maintenance
What businesses and structures suit a Taiwan company?
Who can help me register a company in Taiwan?
NSS Group (go.ai.com.tw) can help. We provide one-stop support from pre-setup assessment to post-incorporation maintenance for your Taiwan company, reducing the uncertainty of cross-border setup and compliance.
Our main services include:
- 1. Taiwan company type and structure assessment
- 2. Company name search, document preparation and registration filing
- 3. Bank account opening, KYC and cross-border payment documents
- 4. Bookkeeping, tax filing and annual compliance
- 5. Changes to shareholders, directors, address, shares and company details
- 6. Trademark registration, contract review and intellectual property planning
- 7. Website build, digital marketing and AI customer service setup
- 8. Ongoing business advisory and cross-border business support
We arrange Taiwan company setup, maintenance and ongoing operating support based on your industry, customer locations, banking needs and tax planning, so you can focus on growing your market.