2026 Taiwan Company Registration Fees and Timelines
By Guan Yu CPA Firm | Your Trusted Taichung English Service CPA Partner
When foreign investors or local entrepreneurs register a company in Taiwan, understanding both government official fees, professional agency/CPA service fees, and expected timelines is essential for budget planning and business launch.
⏱️ Timeline Overview
The overall company registration process for foreign investors typically takes 4 to 8 weeks (and up to 8–10 weeks for complex entity types or regulated industries).
Breakdown by Stage:
- 1. Company Name Pre-Check & Reservation: ~3 to 5 business days
- 2. Foreign Investment Approval (MOEAIC / Investment Commission): ~2 to 4 weeks (Required for foreign capital)
- 3. Preparatory Corporate Bank Account Setup & Remittance: ~1 to 2 weeks (Requires KYC and foreign exchange conversion)
- 4. CPA Capital Verification & Audit Report: ~3 to 5 business days
- 5. Municipal Company Registration & National Tax Bureau Registration: ~1 to 2 weeks
💰 Fee Structure Breakdown
Registration costs consist of Official Government Fees (fixed statutory costs) and Professional/CPA Agency Fees (variable based on service scope).
1. Official Government Fees (Statutory)
- Company Name Reservation Fee: NT$300 (online filing) to NT$1,500 (paper filing).
- Government Incorporation Filing Fee: NT$1 for every NT$4,000 of registered capital (Minimum fee: NT$1,000).
- Business Tax Registration & Invoice Certificate Stamp: Approx. NT$1,000 – NT$2,000.
- Document Translation / Authentication (if applicable): NT$1,500 – NT$5,000 per document (varies by embassy/TECO verification).
2. Professional & Agency Fees (Estimated)
| Service Category | Estimated Fee (NTD) | Estimated Fee (USD) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPA Incorporation & Filing Package | NT$30,000 – NT$90,000 | $1,000 – $3,000 | Handles MOEAIC application, name pre-check, local company registration, and tax registration. |
| CPA Capital Audit Report | NT$10,000 – NT$25,000 | $350 – $800 | Mandatory verification audit of capital inflow under the Taiwan Company Act. |
| Registered Business Address (Virtual Office) | NT$3,000 – NT$6,000 / month | $100 – $200 / month | Required if you do not have a physical commercial lease in Taiwan. |
| Ongoing Monthly Bookkeeping & VAT Filing | NT$3,000 – NT$8,000 / month | $100 – $270 / month | Bimonthly VAT filings and routine accounting services. |
| Annual Corporate Income Tax (CIT) Closing | NT$15,000 – NT$60,000 / year | $500 – $2,000 / year | Annual tax declaration every May (usually equivalent to 1–2 months of bookkeeping fees). |
💡 Key Tips for Setting Up
- Capital Requirement: While Taiwan eliminated mandatory minimum capital requirements for general limited companies, capital must still be sufficient to cover initial operational setup expenses and pass the CPA audit.
- Bank Account Opening: Major international banks and local Taiwanese banks require at least one foreign director or legal representative to physically visit the bank branch in Taiwan for identity verification (KYC).
- Foreign Investment Approval (MOEAIC): Foreign nationals and corporate investors must clear Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) background checks prior to remitting capital.
