✅ 1. Work Permit Required for Legal Employment

According to the Employment Service Act, all international students must apply for and obtain a work permit before engaging in any part-time job in Taiwan.

❌ 2. Prohibited Jobs and Inappropriate Employment

International students are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following types of work, which may lead to serious consequences:

*Jobs involving entertainment, escort, or hostess services (e.g., at nightclubs, bars, or hostess lounges)

*Jobs involving gambling, pornography, violence, or illegal marketing

*Any part-time job without a valid work permit, even if the employer claims it is not required

⚠️ 3. Serious Legal Consequences for Violations

If you work without a permit or engage in inappropriate work, you may:

*Have your work permit revoked and be reported to the National Immigration Agency

*Be fined up to NT$150,000

*Lose your ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) and be banned from staying or re-entering Taiwan

*Be subject to school disciplinary action, such as warnings or demerits

📌 4. Contact School Offices for Guidance

If you have any questions regarding part-time work, please contact the Office of International Affairs for assistance.

Please cherish your study opportunity in Taiwan. Do not risk your future by engaging in illegal or inappropriate work.

CYUT Office of International Affairs