Re-visiting this thread as we are finally returning to Taiwan this November after being absent since the virus started. I would like to apply for E-Gate service, but unsure of the new procedures. I have a US and Canadian passport, with Nexus - my Nexus includes GE, but I don't have a separate GE card.

1. do I still need to show a frequency of travel to Taiwan to apply?
2. how can I apply with my Nexus card, or do I need to print out something that shows I also have Global Entry included?
3. do I need to apply for a separate GE membership and card to apply for Taiwan E-gate?

I have APEC so I get line priority anyway, but if the process isn't too complicated, I would rather add e-gate service so I can swipe in and out quickly as this trip will include an entry into Taiwan, then a departure, then a re-entry, then another departure the following morning.

1. There are no frequency requirements to apply for this program.
2. Your Nexus membership includes GE membership. I wouldn't mention anything about Nexus. I would just indicate that you are a GE program member.
3. Enrolling in GE separately from your Nexus membership will cancel your Nexus membership. I wouldn't do this.

Don’t they require proof of Global Entry membership at time of enrollment?

NIA will contact the GE system and pull your information after you apply. The only way to get the initial approval is if you have an active GE membership.

Has any used E-Gate for entry (ie without the entry stamp) and gotten tax refunds from shopping? It seems like they’re always looking for stamps whenever I go to the refund counters in the department stores.

No, I haven't, but this sounds like the same problem with the TTP in Japan. Even if you have the e-Gate stamp exempt endorsement, it's difficult to prove a negative (that you're not a resident).

Great, is the application still done on arrival? I’m on the morning EVA arrival from LAX and my spouse arrives on the next flight 30 minutes later so I’m hoping to get my passport setup by the time they land and get ready to exit.

I don't know if it's still an option. You'll have to schedule something upon the conditional approval and see what the options are.

My guess is that you'd likely be the first new applicant in almost 4 years, and I'd be surprised if there were more than ~100 participants since the inception of this program. I haven't read any reports of others besides me renewing their membership in this program.

You are applying for e-gate with your US passport, correct? You will need to interview. From here: https://egate.immigration.gov.tw/ge-...dItem=section3 it says you will need to bring your GE card.

I saw that yesterday so it seems I’ll have a problem with a Nexus card, but I forgot the $90 fee to apply, and I don’t need to use the gates that badly when I can already skip the line with APEC.

I will be at TPE on the 30th to have them update e-gate for my new passport. If you have any questions, let me know.

It is wholly dependent on the level of 差不多 from the NIA employee for your appointment.

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If you need a PASSID number to apply it’s on your Nexus card or Global Entry account.

I was directed to an e-gate upon departing from Taiwan (TPE) in September 2023, equipped with a europassport. It worked.
I had originally submitted my application to enter the country, and was stamped in, by a human being (TSA).
Is there a kind of automatic "enrollment" happening for exiting using an e-gate when you enter (on certain passports)?

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I believe almost all those exiting are directed to use the e-Gate lanes now. There's no enrollment required to use the gates on exit if eligible.