As the global transition toward clean energy accelerates, Taiwan is also moving quickly to expand its renewable energy capacity. Offshore wind, hydrogen development and solar projects have attracted international developers and engineering firms to establish project teams and technical hubs locally.

Along with increased investment, demand for skilled professionals has grown rapidly. Many roles, especially in engineering, construction, project management and HSE oversight, require experience that is not yet widely available in the local market. As a result, foreign professionals are becoming an essential part of Taiwan’s renewable energy workforce.

For employers, the challenge is no longer just securing talent, but ensuring that foreign employees enter and work in Taiwan under the appropriate status. Visa category, work permit and assignment structure can now directly influence whether a project proceeds smoothly and on schedule.

As more renewable energy projects move forward, companies deploying foreign staff to Taiwan often encounter uncertainty when navigating visa, work permit and assignment rules. Common situations include:

Most compliance risks arise not from intentional oversight, but from limited familiarity with Taiwan’s requirements. Understanding when a work permit is necessary and which assignment model fits the employee’s role has become an essential part of early project preparation.

Working with professionals familiar with Taiwan’s immigration rules allows companies to identify risks sooner, align document timelines with deployment schedules and build consistent internal processes. This helps ensure that both regulatory compliance and project milestones remain on track.

Taiwan is entering the next phase of renewable energy development, and demand for foreign engineers, specialists and project leaders will likely continue to grow. In August 29, 2025, Taiwan passed amendments to streamline systems supporting foreign professionals and make long-term retention easier. A detailed analysis of the changes will be provided in a separate Kaizen update.

Taiwan’s renewable energy growth is not only transforming its energy system, but also accelerating cross-border workforce mobility. Visa and work authorization management is evolving into a strategic component of project planning rather than a routine administrative step.

By establishing a clear compliance framework before deployment, companies can ensure smoother onboarding, minimize project risks and operate confidently as Taiwan’s renewable energy sector continues to expand.