Academic Regulations
Tamkang University International Division Academic Regulations

Health Checkup
The health checkup is a mandatory requirement for completing the registration process. On the day of registration, you need to submit the health checkup form specified by the university to the Health and Wellness Division of the university.
If you do not have the form, the checkup will be conducted after you arrive in Taiwan.

For health checkup information at the university, please visit: http://spirit.tku.edu.tw/tku/main.jsp?sectionId=6#Body

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China (Taiwan)
Website: http://www.mofa.gov.tw

Bureau of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Website: http://www.boca.gov.tw/

National Immigration Agency, Ministry of the Interior
Website: http://www.immigration.gov.tw

1. Visa Change: Visitor Visa → Residence Visa (Visa Marking Code: FS)
   If you enter Taiwan with a visitor visa and plan to stay for more than 180 days to study, please apply for a residence visa at the Bureau of Consular Affairs. (If you already have a residence visa, proceed to section 2.)
   If you enter with a visitor visa that meets the eligibility for study, you may apply for a residence visa within 7 working days before the visitor visa expires.
   For more details, visit: http://www.mofa.gov.tw/Official/Home/Index

   (a) Required Documents and Fees:

   1. Fill out the application form online: https://visawebapp.boca.gov.tw (General Visa A)
   2. Passport and visa (valid for at least 6 months, original and photocopy)
   3. Admission letter from Tamkang University (original and photocopy)
   4. Student ID or temporary student ID (original and front-back photocopy, with registration stamp on the photocopy)
   5. Health certificate (original and photocopy, issued within the last 3 months; if done abroad, it should be verified by a ROC (Taiwan) consulate or office, or handled at a designated hospital in Taiwan)
   6. Two 2-inch color photos with a white background (taken within 6 months, head from 3.2cm to 3.6cm in height)
   7. Application fee: NTD 3,000; for U.S. passport holders: NTD 5,600
   8. Processing time: 7-10 days

   (b) Medical Checkup (Form B)

   1. Do not eat 8 hours before the checkup
   2. Tests: X-ray and blood test
   3. Checkup hours: 8:30-11:00
   4. Bring 3 2-inch color photos with a white background
   5. Bring passport (valid for at least 6 months)
   6. Fee: Around NTD 2,200

   (c) Bureau of Consular Affairs Address:
   2-2, Section 1, Jinan Road, Taipei City
   Phone: (02) 2343-2888
   Directions: Take the MRT to National Taiwan University Hospital Station, Exit 2, and walk for about 10 minutes.

2. Residence Visa → Alien Resident Certificate (ARC)
   If you enter Taiwan with a residence visa or have already obtained a residence visa, you must apply for an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) and re-entry permit at the National Immigration Agency within 15 days of arrival. Late applications will incur a fine.
   For initial entry without registration, the ARC is issued for 6 months; after registration, you can apply for an extension, and the remaining validity period of the already paid fee will be considered.
   Online application for ARC: https://reurl.cc/2ZKpmE

   (a) Required Documents and Fees:

   1. Application form (if someone else is applying on your behalf, attach a power of attorney)
   2. One 2-inch color photo with a white background (head from 3.2cm to 3.6cm)
   3. Passport and entry visa (original and photocopy)
   4. Student ID and proof of enrollment (original and front-back photocopy, with registration stamp on the photocopy)
   5. Application fee: NTD 1,000 for one year
   6. Processing time: 7-10 days
3. Changing Address on Alien Resident Certificate (ARC)
   If you need to change your residence address, you must complete the process within 15 days. Bring the old ARC (no need for proof of enrollment).
4. Lost ARC (Alien Resident Certificate)
   If you lose your ARC, go to the immigration office in your area to apply for a replacement.
   Steps:
   1. Report the loss at the local police station and obtain a report
   2. Application form
   3. One 2-inch color photo with a white background (head from 3.2cm to 3.6cm)
   4. Passport and entry visa (original and photocopy)
   5. Student ID (original and front-back photocopy, with registration stamp on the photocopy)
   6. Admission letter (original and photocopy)
   7. Application fee: NTD 500-1,000
   8. Proof of residence
   9. Proof of enrollment
5. ARC Extension
   (a) Required Documents:
   1. Application form
   2. Passport and ARC (original and photocopy)
   3. Student ID (original and front-back photocopy, with registration stamp on the photocopy)
   4. Application fee: NTD 1,000 for one year
   5. Processing time: 7-10 working days

   (b) Notes:

   1. To apply for an ARC extension within the study period, provide your student ID or proof of enrollment. If the school has not processed your registration, you may apply for an extension for one year without submitting the new semester registration proof.
   2. Graduates wishing to stay in Taiwan for job search must provide their graduation certificate. The ARC extension period will be 6 months from the graduation month.
   3. If you fail to apply for an extension on time, the authorities may impose a fine and revoke your residence status, requiring you to leave the country.
6. National Immigration Agency
   The National Immigration Agency has service stations in all counties and cities in Taiwan. If you live in New Taipei City, you must go to the “Immigration Agency New Taipei City Service Station” for ARC matters.
   • New Taipei City Service Station:
     Address: 135 Min’an St., Zhonghe District, New Taipei City (former National Defense Management Academy)
     Phone: (02) 8228-2090
   • Taipei City Service Station:
     Address: 15 Guangzhou St., Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
     Phone: (02) 2388-3929
7. Visitor Visa Extension
   If you entered Taiwan with a visitor visa for 60 or 90 days, you must apply for an extension 15 days before the visa expires. The visitor visa is valid from the day of entry, and if the expiration falls on a holiday, it will be extended by half a day.
   If you exceed the visa validity, you will need to pay a fine and leave Taiwan before re-entering. Visitor visas allow only a single entry, so a new entry visa is required if you leave Taiwan.

   (a) Required Documents:

   1. Application form
   2. Passport and visa (valid for at least 6 months, original and photocopy)
   3. Admission letter from Tamkang University (original and photocopy)
   4. Student ID (original and front-back photocopy, with registration stamp on the photocopy)
   5. One 2-inch color photo with a white background (head from 3.2cm to 3.6cm)
   6. Proof of residence (consult your counselor)

Insurance

National Health Insurance (NHI)
According to the National Health Insurance Act, all individuals who have held a residence permit and have lived in Taiwan for more than 6 months are required to participate in the National Health Insurance program.
As per the regulations, the school will include the health insurance fee (NTD 4,956 per semester) for international students in the tuition and fees payment form, which students are required to pay during registration.

Cathay Group Injury and Illness Medical Insurance
Additionally, according to Taiwan’s health insurance laws, all international individuals staying in Taiwan for more than 6 months are required to enroll in National Health Insurance. Before you join the NHI, the school will arrange for you to have Cathay Group Injury and Illness Medical Insurance (which is similar to the NHI) for the first 6 months.
The insurance fees will be collected along with tuition and fees. International students participating in this insurance should confirm that their medical needs are not for special diseases or medical behaviors that are not covered by the insurance.
When seeking medical treatment, please request a diagnosis certificate and receipt from the hospital, and prepare the following documents to apply for medical compensation.
Please note: Outpatient benefits are limited to one claim per day for the same symptoms, with a daily maximum reimbursement of NTD 1,000, not including registration fees.
Required documents for claim:

• Original payment receipt
• Original diagnosis certificate
• Photocopy of bank book cover
• Insurance claim application form (please download and fill out)
• Photocopy of residence permit
  Please bring the above documents to the 10th-floor lobby of the Jing Sheng Building on Thursday afternoons from 2:00 to 4:00 and submit them to the insurance company personnel. Once the insurance company confirms that the documents are complete and eligible for compensation, the approved compensation amount will be transferred to your postal bank account in about 4 weeks.

Course Selection

1. Undergraduate Course Selection
   • Required courses for undergraduate students are pre-selected by the academic affairs office.
   • Other courses must be selected online during the initial selection and add/drop periods.
   • The announcement for course selection each semester can be found on the Academic Affairs Office website.
   • Add/Drop Period for this semester: To be announced.
2. Credit Requirements per Semester
   • 1st and 2nd-year students: Minimum 12 credits, maximum 25 credits.
   • 4th-year students: Minimum 9 credits, maximum 25 credits.
   • Extended study students: Minimum 1 course, maximum 25 credits.
3. Repeated Courses
   • If the same course is taken more than once, the credits will only be counted once toward graduation requirements.
4. Graduate and Doctoral Students
   • Course selection and credit requirements will follow the regulations of each department.

Tamkang University offers Chinese language courses for overseas and international students.

🔹 Course Information:
Visit http://esquery.tku.edu.tw/acad/ → Click “Course Search System” → Select “Chinese Language Courses” under Course Category.

🔹 Important Notes:

• Check with your department to confirm whether Chinese language courses count toward graduation credits.
• Students who wish to enroll must take a placement test at the beginning of the semester. For details, please check the latest announcements from the Office of International and Cross-Strait Affairs: http://www.oieie.tku.edu.tw/zh_tw/news

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After your arrival in Taiwan, the International Student Support Office has organized a series of welcome events to greet international students and help you get familiar with the campus. These include:

• Welcome Banquet (Date to be announced)
• Other Activities (Further details to be announced)

To provide continuous support for international students throughout the semester, designated mentors are assigned to offer guidance and care. They assist with academic inquiries, monitor students’ adaptation to life, support interpersonal interactions, encourage participation in extracurricular activities, remind students about visa applications and holiday arrangements, and relay important information.

First-year international degree students and those with an average academic score below 65 in the previous semester will receive greetings and interview invitations from their mentors. Please do not find this unexpected and make an effort to stay in touch with your mentor.