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Taiwanese Passport Renewal in USA 2026 (TECO / BOCA, Mail-In & In-Person)

Country-specific renewal information, document guidance, fees, processing considerations, and U.S.-based consular submission information.

Consular Authority Info

Official Processing Authority:Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of China (Taiwan) / Taipei Economic and Cultural Offices (TECO) in the United States

2026 Official Consular Fee Schedule

Passport Category / Applicant StatusConsular Fee (USD)Validity PeriodProcessing Time (TECO)
Adult Ordinary Passport (Age 14 and older)$45.00 USD (10-Year Chip Passport)10 YearsApproximately 8 Weeks (BOCA Taipei print)
Minor Ordinary Passport (Under age 14)$31.00 USD (5-Year Chip Passport)5 YearsApproximately 8 Weeks (BOCA Taipei print)
Male of Military Age (Reduced Validity)$31.00 USD (Reduced Validity Passport)Reduced ValidityApproximately 8 Weeks
Emergency Non-Chip Passport (Non-Visa-Free)$10.00 USD (1-Year Validity; Non-Visa-Free)1 YearExpedited local emergency issuance
Entry Certificate for Nationals Abroad (入國證明書)$5.00 USD (Entry Certificate for Nationals Abroad)Single Entry to TaiwanFor urgent direct travel to Taiwan

• Official BOCA Fees: $45.00 USD (Adult 14+) / $31.00 USD (Child under 14 or military reduced validity).
• Payment Methods: Cashier's check, Money Order payable to TECO, or cash (in-person counter only). Personal checks and credit cards are strictly not accepted.
• Mail-In Eligibility: Permitted for routine renewals with existing passport on hand. In-person interview is mandatory for lost passports, photos >20 years old, or significant appearance changes.

🚀 Step-by-Step Application Process

1
Locate Your Regional TECO JurisdictionIdentify the TECO office covering your state of residence (DC, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, LA, Miami, NY, SF, Seattle).
2
Verify Passport Status & EligibilityConfirm your previous passport is on hand (if lost or photo is >20 years old, an in-person interview is required).
3
Complete Application FormFill out sections 1 through 11 of the ROC Passport Application Form for Overseas Taiwanese Citizens and sign section 11.
4
Prepare 2 Compliant PhotographsObtain 2 identical 35 x 45 mm color photos with a white background, head size 3.2–3.6 cm, neutral expression, and ears clearly visible.
5
Gather U.S. Status & Military RecordsInclude a photocopy of your U.S. passport, Green Card, or visa, plus any military endorsement documents if a male aged 19–36.
6
Obtain Money Order Payable to 'TECO'Purchase a Cashier's Check or Money Order for $45.00 USD (Adult 14+) or $31.00 USD (under 14 / military reduced validity).
7
Submit via Mail, Drop-Off, or In PersonSend package with self-addressed prepaid USPS trackable return envelope to your jurisdictional TECO office.
8
Receive New 10-Year Chip PassportBOCA prints the electronic passport in Taipei; your new passport is returned via secure mail within approximately 8 weeks.

📋 Document Checklist

The following documents are required for this country's renewal application. Confirm specific requirements before submitting originals.

Completed Republic of China (Taiwan) Passport Application Form (Sections 1–11 completed and signed)
Two (2) identical passport photographs (35 x 45 mm, white background, head height 3.2–3.6 cm, taken within 6 months)
Current physical ROC (Taiwan) passport (original is mandatory, even if already expired)
Proof of lawful U.S. immigration status (copy of U.S. Passport, Green Card, Certificate of Naturalization, U.S. Visa, or Driver's License)
Fee payment of $45.00 USD (Adults 14+) or $31.00 USD (Under 14 / Military reduced validity) via Money Order / Cashier's Check to 'TECO'
Self-addressed prepaid trackable USPS return envelope (Priority / Express) with tracking label
Critical Consular Guidelines & Warnings
  • FEE CUTOFF IS AGE 14: $45.00 USD for adults and minors aged 14+; $31.00 USD applies to applicants under 14 (and certain military-age cases).
  • PROCESSING TIME IS ~8 WEEKS: Passports are printed centrally by BOCA in Taipei and dispatched by diplomatic courier — allow 8 weeks plus postal transit.
  • PHYSICAL PASSPORT REQUIRED: The original previous passport must be submitted for routine renewal, even if expired; missing passports require a lost-passport in-person procedure.
  • IN-PERSON INTERVIEWS MANDATORY FOR: (1) Lost/stolen passports, (2) passports with photos >20 years old, and (3) significant changes in facial appearance.
  • PAYMENT RESTRICTIONS: TECO accepts only Cashier's Checks, Money Orders, or Cash (at counter). Credit cards and personal checks are NOT accepted.
  • PHOTO SPECIFICATIONS: Strict 35 x 45 mm format with head height 3.2–3.6 cm, white background, no teeth showing, taken within 6 months.
Safe Filing Guidelines

Before submitting a physical passport, keep secure copies of your passport identification page, relevant U.S. immigration documents and any visa pages that you may need for your records.

Use only the payment method, payee name and payment instructions specified by the issuing government's official embassy, consulate or authorized service provider for the particular application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The official overseas fee for a standard 10-year chip-embedded ROC (Taiwan) passport is $45.00 USD for applicants aged 14 and older. For children under 14, the fee is $31.00 USD (5-year validity). Certain males of military age receiving reduced-validity passports are also charged $31.00 USD.

Yes. Routine passport renewals with an existing physical passport can be submitted by mail or drop-off at the regional TECO office. However, an in-person appointment is mandatory if your passport was lost or stolen, if your previous passport photo is over 20 years old, or if your physical appearance has changed significantly.

Issuance of a chip-embedded ROC passport takes approximately 8 weeks. All biometric chip booklets are manufactured centrally by the Bureau of Consular Affairs (BOCA) in Taipei and dispatched via diplomatic courier to TECO offices in the USA. Postal transit between TECO and your home is additional.

You must submit two (2) identical color passport photographs taken within the last 6 months. Photos must be exactly 35 x 45 mm with a white background, head height between 3.2 and 3.6 cm, ears clearly visible, mouth closed, and neutral expression.

Not for a routine renewal where your passport information is complete. However, a Taiwan National ID card, Household Registration Transcript (戶籍謄本), or birth record is required if your birthplace is missing/outdated, if you need a 10-digit National ID number assigned, or to verify variant Chinese characters.

A lost passport cannot be renewed by mail. You must schedule an in-person interview at TECO, submit a formal Lost Passport Statement, provide a local U.S. police report (if the lost passport was unexpired), and present proof of ROC citizenship (ROC ID or household transcript) and U.S. legal status. The replacement fee is $45.00 USD.

Have questions about valid U.S. visas in expired passports, postal safety, or state DMV rules?

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Guide At-A-Glance
Listed Fees$45.00 USD (10-Year Chip Passport) | Minor (<14): $31.00 USD (5-Year Chip Passport)
Listed Processing Time3 weeks | Tatkal: 3-4 business days
Listed Submission MethodVFS Global (Postal / In-Person)
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