Limitation in Usage
See also: Political status of TaiwanEven though Taiwan maintains official relations with only 23 countries, Taiwan passport is still accepted as a valid travel document in most countries of the world. However, some countries refuse to issue visa or stamp directly on Taiwan passport, and issue a separate travel document to Taiwanese travelers.
| Country | Restriction in use |
|---|---|
| Argentina | Visitor permit issued in a separate paper. |
| Bulgaria | Holders of Taiwanese diplomatic or official passport are refused to admission. |
| Brazil | Issue a Brazilian Laissez-Passer (a passport-like booklet) with visa to Taiwanese travelers and only stamp on the laissez-passer. |
| China | Issue a Chinese Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (a passport-like booklet) with visa to Taiwanese travelers and only stamp on the travel permit. |
| Hong Kong | Taiwan passport holders are required to apply online for pre-arrival registration in advance (since September 1, 2012). The Hong Kong Immigration Department will issue Hong Kong entry permit upon landing in Hong Kong, the entry permit is a separate card (for single entry) or booklet (for multiple entries). Taiwanese travelers can also enter Hong Kong for up to 30 days by a valid Chinese Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (since 27 April 2009). |
| Kenya | Visa issued on a separate paper. |
| Laos | Visa issued on a separate paper travel document (passport-size; with photo) |
| Macau | Stamps are placed on the Arrival/Departure Card, which will be eventually recalled upon Taiwanese visitor's exit from Macau. Passport are stamped only when Taiwanese visitors leave/enter Macau to/from a third country via Macau International Airport. Taiwan passport holders are granted visa-free access up to 30 days since 1982. |
| Nepal | Visa issued on a separate sheet which is stapled to the passport |
| Serbia | Tourist Pass issued in a separate paper. |
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