Can the foreign spouse of an Employment Gold Card holder work in Taiwan?

Yes. The foreign spouse of an Employment Gold Card holder is eligible to apply for an individual work permit issued by the Ministry of Labor (MOL). Once the work permit is granted, the spouse may work in Taiwan without restrictions on the type of employment or industry.

However, certain professions are subject to additional legal requirements, such as professional licenses, qualifications, or registration. For example, foreign spouses who wish to practice medicine must obtain the relevant professional qualifications and meet the applicable regulatory requirements before engaging in such work.

For information on the required documents and application procedures, please refer to the Workforce Development Agency (WDA), Ministry of Labor, guidelines: Spouses of Foreign Special Professionals and Senior Professionals