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◆ Employment Information

New immigrants holding an Alien Resident Certificate (ARC)have the right to work during their residency period. They can legally work in the country without applying for a separate work permit. We offer free job-matching services! If you are looking for a job or facing unemployment issues, you can register for job placement at the nearest Taipei Employment Service Station or contact us through the following channels:

Job Registration Process:

• Complete the Applications of job seeker registering and provide a photocopy of the ARC(front and back).

1. Call the Employment Service Hotline at 2308-5231 (Extension 703 for foreign spouses; Extension 712 for Mainland Chinese spouses). A dedicated staff member will assist you with job information registration and inquiries.

2. Visit the Taipei City Employment Services Office's "OKWORK" website (www.okwork.taipei), which offers a variety of employment-related resources. Feel free to explore and use them.

3. Visit the Taipei City Employment Services Office or any of its associated employment service stations.

Employment Services

1. Job Placement Services We have dedicated counselors who provide free job search services. They offer employment consultations, job referrals, and even accompany you to interviews.

2. Vocational Training Consultation and Referral We provide information and consultation services on occupational training courses. We also recommend suitable training programs, and the training fees are fully subsidized so that you can acquire new skills.

3. Employment Promotion Workshops These workshops help you understand Taiwan's labor regulations and rights, providing insights into the job market, job search channels, interview techniques, and more. This prepares you for job hunting and helps you grasp employment trends. 4. 4. Temporary Employment Subsidy After registering for job placement, if you are referred to general work positions at least twice within 14 days and still cannot find a suitable job, and if the Taipei Employment Service Office assesses that no appropriate job opportunities are available, you can apply for a temporary work allowance. The allowance is calculated on an hourly basis, up to 8 hours per day, with a maximum of 150 hours per month, for up to 6 months.

5. Unemployment Benefits The employment insurance for newly eligible workers started accruing from May 1, 2009. (1) Citizens or new immigrants with work rights are eligible for unemployment benefits. (2) The worker must have been involuntarily unemployed.

(3) Within 3 years prior to the date of job termination, the worker must have accumulated at least one year of insurance coverage.

(3-1) The benefit amount is 60% of the average insured salary for the 6 months before employment termination, paid monthly. The benefits are provided for up to 6 months. However, if the applicant is 45 years or older or has a disability certificate issued by the social welfare authority, the benefits can be extended to a maximum of 9 months. (3-2) For each dependent without income, such as a spouse, minor children, or disabled children, an additional 10% of the insured monthly salary can be added, with a maximum of 20%.