Taiwan · Government & Safety

gov.tw

Taiwan's central government web portal, providing access to information and services from various government ministries and agencies.

What it helps with

Finding a government serviceDirectory by topic.
Typhoon day-off announcementsOfficial notices.
Applying onlinee-Services.

About gov.tw

gov.tw is the umbrella domain and portal system for Taiwan's government websites, linking to services and information from numerous ministries, agencies, and local governments, serving as a starting point for finding official government resources.

Key Features

Central Directory: Links to individual government ministry and agency websites and services.
Multilingual Information: Some sections and services are available in English alongside Chinese.
Public Service Information: Guidance on various administrative processes and required documents.
Digital Certificate Services: Access to some services requiring Taiwan's digital citizen certificate for identity verification.

How to Get Started

Visit the gov.tw portal and identify the specific ministry or agency you need.
Navigate to the specific service's dedicated website through the provided links.
Check whether the service is available in English if you're not comfortable in Chinese.
Follow the specific process for your needed service, which may require an in-person visit for some matters.

Before you use it

Good to know: Typhoon days off for work and school are announced by each city government the evening before.
Sign-up: Personal e-services need a citizen digital certificate or TW FidO, available to ARC holders.

Local ID needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Does gov.tw work with a foreign bank card in Taiwan?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is gov.tw available in English?: Not officially - the interface is mainly in the local language.
Do I need a local phone number to use gov.tw?: No, an international phone number generally works for gov.tw.
Do I need local ID or residency for gov.tw?: Yes, gov.tw requires local ID or residency status.
Where can I use gov.tw?: Web
How much does gov.tw cost?: Free portal; fees per service