Visiting Scholar

National Sun Yat-sen University warmly welcomes international scholars to engage in academic exchanges. Please refer to the following guidelines regarding eligibility and application procedures:

1. Eligibility and Purpose
   Visiting scholars must not hold student status. The primary purpose of the visit must be teaching or academic research. The maximum duration of the visit is one year.
   Note: For student exchanges, please refer to the Exchange Student / Visiting Student webpage.

2. Employment Status and Visa Requirements

Applications should be submitted based on the scholar’s “employment relationship” with the university and the “duration of stay”:

• • With an Employment Relationship: In accordance with the Employment Service Act, regardless of the duration of the visit, the university must submit to and obtain an official approval letter from the Ministry of Education (MOE) before applying for visa.
    
    
  • Without an Employment Relationship (Staying up to 6 months): Scholars should obtain an official Invitation Letter from NSYSU and apply for a Visitor Visa.
    
    
  • Without an Employment Relationship (Staying between 6 months to 1 year): The host department/ faculty submit to and obtain an official approval letter from the Ministry of Education (MOE). Scholar then apply for a Resident Visa with the MOE approval letter and required documents.
    Reminder: An Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) must be processed within 30 days upon entry. National Immigration Agency website.  

3. Application Process for NSYSU Invitation Letters

Host department or faculty submit the “Seal Application” online via the Single Sign-On (SSO) (單一入口網站) portal [link].

1. • Required Documents:
1. Application Form: include a complete itinerary in Taiwan.
2. Supporting Documents: a copy of faculty’s passport and a certificate of employment or employment identification.

4. Important General Information
   • Campus Resources: Temporary Wi-Fi can be requested through the host department. Please contact the Network Management Division of the Office of Library and Information Services for details.
   • Accommodation: On-campus housing is limited. Please apply as early as possible through the host department. Short-term Dormitories via the Assets Management Division; Guest House via online website.
   • Insurance: Scholars must personally obtain overseas medical and accident insurance covering the entire duration of their stay in Taiwan.
   • Legal Compliance: Scholars must comply with the laws of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and university regulations. Engaging in activities inconsistent with the purpose of the invitation is prohibited.

5. Contact Information

For further inquiries, please contact ext. 2633 or send email.