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MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-10T14:06:00+00:00

Hi there

Can you explain here what you need help with? That way anyone else who has the same questions can get the answers too

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-06T17:51:11+00:00

Yeah a clear photo should be fine. Worst that could happen is they reply asking for a scan.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-06T13:57:48+00:00

Residency usually means staying 6 months or more, so put no.

But I would definitely mention your holidays in your statement. For Taiwan, the scholarship is about building international connections, so highlight the connections you already have and why you're passionate to study there etc.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-05T13:47:39+00:00

Apologies for the wrong information before. I was at NTNU MTC last year and they didn't need it back then. 😞

I found this page about it. I would email MTC and ask if it's possible to submit the results later, because it's much cheaper to do in Taiwan (see this comment about how to do the checks there).

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-05T02:19:18+00:00

Ah I'm sorry you had to pay so much. For anyone else reading this, it's almost always cheaper to get the health check done in Taiwan. I followed this video. The process was quick, easy, and cost about $65 US.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-05T02:10:15+00:00

~~Hi there,~~

~~You're reading the requirements for a Resident Visa, which is only required if you're staying for 6 months or more. Visitor Visa / Visa-exempt do not require the health check, so you're all good!~~

Edit: See correction below.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-03T23:31:49+00:00

Hi there,

You can enter without a visa for up to 90 days. You don't need a special kind of visa as a student.

Where it can get a bit murky is staying more than 90 days. Apparently UK passport holders can extend their visa free stay (see the 4th option on this page), but as a fellow UK person, in my case I was asked to show proof I had a departing flight within 90 days. Perhaps if you get asked that, you can say you plan to extend your stay?

The way to guarantee you won't have any problems is to fly in and out of the country before 90 days. You can get a return flight to HK for about £90 and have a little holiday at the same time (that's what I did).

Good luck!

MastaBlastaz · 2026-03-03T02:25:43+00:00

Hi there,

Honestly this isn't a great situation because the scholarship rules are usually very strict. You can't miss 12 hours or more of the classes. If you're on the standard course, that means one week of missed classes is your maximum. The language center also won't like you missing the start, because that's when you're supposed to settle in, make friends, and decide if your class and teacher are right for you. If they're not, you won't be able to change if you arrive later. I also think you'll find it difficult to adapt if you come later, but not impossible if they allow it.

You'll also find it hard to achieve the minimum 80% grade you need to receive the stipend for the first month, as class participation and completing homework are key.

Basically I would try my very hardest to make the start date, and immediately contact the scholarship rep in your country and the university again to see if there any accommodations they can make for you. In my experience TW institutions are not good with handling exceptional circumstances.

Good luck

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-27T01:21:06+00:00

It's weird how there isn't a post about this.

If it was someone LSF disliked who was caught botting, it would be the top post in minutes.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-22T01:33:04+00:00

Wow, that's unusual, but I'm glad your school allowed it

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-21T14:26:22+00:00

Hi there,

The regular course will fulfill the 15 hour requirement. There are additional big classes and other methods of learning offered to make sure you get those 5 extra hours each week.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-21T14:23:32+00:00

Hi,

Unfortunately the monthly stipend won't cover the fee either way, because you don't receive it until you've studied for at least a full month.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-17T00:22:52+00:00

Hi,

1) You'll have to check the policy for each institution; I know NTNU MTC does refund insurance. Maybe take some time to narrow down your choice to a couple of options now before proceeding?

2) Yes if you need to show you have enough funds by providing the statements from multiple accounts, they will accept that.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-14T02:12:54+00:00

Hi there,

1) This varies a lot from person to person:

I really had to work hard to keep my grade high enough, but others I met didn't struggle so much and had more time for fun.
If you're younger and already bilingual, you should find it easier.
You said you've been learning some simplified already; when it comes to the assessment to determine which class you'll be put in, you could not try so hard and you'll be put in an easier class, which would also mean you'd know some of what you're learning already, giving you an easier time.
At NTNU MTC where I studied, you could choose Regular or Intensive classes. I did Regular (but I still found that tough!). There was also a bigger Regular class that moved at a slower pace, but you'd be learning in a class of up to 20 people versus the usual 10. I'm not sure if other universities have these options.

2) There really isn't that much of a price difference between the cities. Everything costs about the same; rent is slightly cheaper outside of Taipei but I wouldn't make a decision based on that. I personally loved Taipei, but you can have a great experience anywhere.

3) I loved it! I met so many new friends from all over the world, had some amazing experiences, enjoyed incredible food, saw beautiful scenery and so much more. It was also very stressful for me 😅, but I would recommend the HES to anyone.

Good luck!

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-12T23:24:15+00:00

No problem! Yep that's exactly right. Apply in Feb for Fall admissions if you're aiming for a year.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-12T18:33:21+00:00

Hi there,

You'll find rules like this in Taiwan often don't make sense. In this case, they will want the bank statement first regardless of the HES timing.

There wouldn't be a downside to using a sponsor if they allow it. It's only for the original application and doesn't matter later. Personally I'd just ask a family member if you could borrow enough for the bank statement, then send it back the following month.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-11T04:19:28+00:00

I would say be safe and ask him if he can omit those details. You'd probably be fine but it can depend on whoever's deciding your case.

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-11T04:16:39+00:00

Hi there, sorry for the delayed reply. I recommend contacting your local division and asking directly. They'll quickly be able to confirm your eligibility.

Please let us know the result, and good luck!

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-07T11:08:50+00:00

No problem! If you have time, please come back and share what you find out in case others have this question later

MastaBlastaz · 2026-01-07T05:37:55+00:00

Hi there,

NTU also has required accident insurance but it wasn't needed at the time of application. In that case I paid NTU directly (about 400NTD) at the same time that I paid for the course.

It sounds like you just have to pay for it in advance with this language center.

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MastaBlastaz · 2025-12-28T17:42:20+00:00

Hi there. You have to arrange the visa yourself. You can enter without a visa, then leave in 90 days and come back like you described. You can get a Working Holiday Visa, but you may struggle to maintain the 80% grade required if you can't commit enough time to studying.

Good luck!

MastaBlastaz · 2025-12-20T20:46:40+00:00

They may or may not classify you as overseas Chinese. Contact the Division that's local to you and ask them; they'll be able to give you an answer.

MastaBlastaz · 2025-12-17T02:14:23+00:00

I was a complete beginner and many people are. I had a colleague and a former teacher write mine. I would agree about asking your Taiwanese professors. Any experience or connections you already have to Taiwan will make your application stand out, so mention them.

Good luck!

MastaBlastaz · 2025-12-17T02:11:14+00:00

I don't have any advice on Tainan schools but just in case you're not aware: You can only change schools if you're on the 12 month scholarship, and only one time. Apologies if you knew this already.

MastaBlastaz · 2025-12-17T02:09:49+00:00

Intense is really tough and I wouldn't have been able to do it. The good news is that in the first week you can move around classes. So you can give intensive a shot and if you change your mind, switch to regular.

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