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Frequent travelers definitely know this already — when entering another country, if two or more flights arrive around the same time, it always takes quite a while. In recent years,Taiwan has signed automatic clearance agreements with many countries. Taiwanese travelers who apply in advance can use the fast-track lanes upon entry. By using their “Republic of China electronic chip passport” for quick verification, they can enter the country smoothly.This completely saves more
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1. Entered Japan twice (or more) within one year
2. No criminal record in Japan or abroad
3. No prior record of deportation or denial of entry to Japan
4. The applicant must have worked full-time for at least one year at a government agency in Japan or another country (including Taiwan), a government-funded institution in Japan or another country, a Japanese subsidiary or publicly listed company, or a publicly listed company in Taiwan
How to apply?
First review:Prepare the
Second review:Once the initial review is approved, you will be notified via email. You must enter Japan within three months and proceed to the designated counter to submit copies of the documents uploaded during the initial review, provide fingerprints, have your photo taken, and receive your electronic entry IC card. After that, you can use the automated immigration clearance service.
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2,200 yen.Cash or card payments are not accepted. Please go to the airport post office early to purchase the postage stamp.
% Event Date: November 17, 2007Currently, Japan's automated immigration gates are only available at Narita, Haneda, Chubu Centrair, and Kansai airports. The registration is valid for three years, and you will need to re-register if you get a new passport.
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1. Aged 17 or above
2. Hold a valid electronic chip passport of the Republic of China
3. The purpose of the visit to Korea is tourism or business, etc.
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Apply within South Korea.After completing immigration procedures in Korea, go to the SeS registration center at the airport or the immigration office in the city, fill out and submit the electronic application form, and provide your photo and fingerprint scan.Pending verification of the applicant's records, the SeS sticker will be affixed to the passport upon approval.
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% Event Date: November 17, 2007Currently, South Korea's automated immigration gates are only available at Incheon, Gimpo, Busan Gimhae, Cheongju, Jeju, and Daegu airports. The registration is valid for five years, and you will need to re-register if you get a new passport.
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1. Aged 18 or above
2. Hold a UK visa valid for more than 6 months or have visited the UK four times within the past two years
Register for the Registered Traveller Service (RTS) online via the UK government website and pay the application fee. After applying, it usually takes about 10 working days to receive a response. Upon approval, you will still need to use the regular immigration channel for your first entry into the UK. Once airport staff confirm your RTS information, you’ll be issued an RTS card, which you can then use for expedited clearance on subsequent entries.
£70 (If not approved, £50 will be refunded)
Editor’s little secret:The pass is valid for one year, but renewal the following year costs £50.
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1. Possess a Police Certificate (also known as a Good Conduct Certificate).
2. Hold a valid ESTA travel authorization or U.S. visa
3. Have a photo ID (such as a driver’s license or national ID card)
Within one year of obtaining the Police Certificate, apply and pay the fee via the U.S. Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website. Upon approval, you will be scheduled for an interview with a U.S. official. The interviewer will ask questions, take your photo, and collect your fingerprints on-site.
$100 (Non-refundable if not approved)
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1. Be at least 18 years old
2. Hold a valid electronic chip passport issued by the Republic of China (Taiwan)
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1. Be at least 16 years old
2. Hold a valid electronic chip passport issued by the Republic of China (Taiwan)
No prior application is required. Upon arrival at an Australian airport, use the SmartGate self-service kiosk to answer questions. Once cleared, you will receive a clearance card.
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Although the application process for some countries can be a bit complicated and costly, once approved, it can save you a lot of time in long queues—making it extremely convenient. Moreover, more and more countries are signing reciprocal agreements with Taiwan, so it's believed that traveling abroad will become even easier and faster for Taiwanese travellers in the future.
[Reprinted with permission from FUNTIME Travel Search & Comparison Website. Original article: “Skip the Queues When Traveling Abroad – A Roundup of Countries Where Taiwan Can Use Automated Clearance”]
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