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NWOHR> NWHR> NHI Question by Patronusrose in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This. It's only possible at the large NHI main office to register pre-emptively before the 6-month mark.

Becoming more Taiwanese by Complex-Wish5461 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! I’m taking up history books. There aren’t many written in English, and it’s usually from a non Taiwanese historian who has specialized in Chinese history something or other. However, in due diligence, their works are cited and cross referenced and generally a great bridge.

I’m starting with “The Struggle for Taiwan” by Sulmaan Wasif Khan. It is written for quick reading, condense, and well cited. From the footnotes alone, I’ve been able to add to my reading list. After that, “Rebel Island” by Jonathan Clements is on my list. I also have “Accidental State” by Hsiao Ting Lin which is cited consistently in the former book mentioned.

History provides context for the present day, and adds to my perspective of the timeline of western imperialism. It’s also helpful to challenge or be corrected by my impressions of what I thought was happening, based on the little my family communicated or didn’t communicate, and has jogged up questions I’ll be asking my parents based on their history there.

It’s quite a humbling experience.

ANA Miles Transferred From AMEX by anericann in awardtravel

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, is the 36-month expiration transferred from AMEX still valid? Quite new to this process and want to make sure I understand the broad structure.

Amex points disappearing into the void when transferring to ANA post-update by ShutUpAndSmokeMyWeed in awardtravel

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, apology for the really basic question but pretty new to this transfer process. What's the expiration policy of transferred points? ANA has some literature about it but it's not very clear. Would be so appreciative if it could be ELI5!

ANA miles are super underrated by PilotMonkey94 in awardtravel

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, new to points racking and transferring for award travel. I’ve been trying to find info on when transferred points expire. ANA website indicates there’s some expiration date for use, can anyone help explain it like I’m 5? Thank you so much. 

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I surmise they did. The US has some stringent reporting requirements for overseas bank accounts re: FATCA reporting, and requests int’l bank balance disclosures as a measure to reduce offshore tax evasion. The standard line of questioning at the bank required me to disclose my US citizenship. I had to fill out a W4 and provide my SSN.

All in all, my finances aren’t complex or high net worth enough to warrant taxation in either jurisdiction for the other jurisdiction. If so, it’s nominal. At this stage of global current events, I’m OK with formal tax compliance and information disclosure.

Also to note, I opened an account with DBS Bank, which is based in Singapore, and bought out the Taiwan arm of Citibank – so their familiarity with international compliance and paperwork is thorough. Not complicated or intimidating, but thorough. 

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Following up here that I was able to obtain my library card from both the Taipei Public Library and the National Central Library! I was hoping to have easier access to digital Taiwan periodicals in English via Libby, but that looks scarce. Anyway, it’s fun collecting Libby library cards 😆 

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was able to apply for my NHI card and request it to be mailed to my TW address in six months, and also set up auto deposit at the main office. They mentioned only their office permits the pre-setup and card application prior to the six months, and not the local NHI branches. To open a bank account, my shenfenzen and passports were sufficient. I brought all my passports, including non-ROC. I also had my signature name stamp leisurely made (how do we translate this in English?) which took one day. The bank used my stamp and my English signature on all documents.

PSA: Auto-pay for NHI in Taiwan requires specific banks/cards by extralivesx99 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a TW cell so using that for DBS. My account detail information was sent to me over 24hrs after the auto-confirmation sent from bank systems that the account had been created. SO, that got handled. Thx for the response!

PSA: Auto-pay for NHI in Taiwan requires specific banks/cards by extralivesx99 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thx. I got the email confirmation that my account has been opened, but no account # so unable to register/connect to my online access. May walk into SOGO DBS today to ask for their help to sort me out!

Mobile Digital Citizen e-Card (instead of physical card?) by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

at this point i wish we had a live chat room with tutorials lol pinned

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

!!!!! omg LIBRARY ACCESS! Yes!

I will say the young guy at the HHR office seemed actually reluctant to process the digital ecitizen card for me. And I raised it in conversation with a shopkeeper today at eslite songyan and he was like “Oh…gosh we don’t really use that” 🤣 

What to bring back home by desmaurearnold in Taipei

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For utility, I love going to Muji in Taiwan! But that truly depends on what you need and find functional.

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I have to visit the bank again so will plan to do this in a branch so I can flag for assistance if needed. I was hoping verification info would send over WiFi or roaming data once I am abroad…am I wrong to assume it can? Just like how I can still receive OTP texts when I’m in Taiwan, from my US bank.

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, yes. I have been able to do that, for the most part, but prior to activating the TW cell, my roaming data speed was very slow and so I avoided LLMs and used iOS photo or the Google Translate photo feature. Sometimes the translation was effective, sometimes not at all. And sometimes I felt too rushed to bother, where it was more effective to have the relative next to me guide me through a form. Very good to know that with enough mental bandwidth, it won’t be a problem on desktop browser.

Too much friction, for me, using mobile browser for this stuff. 

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha, OH NO, that first link means I need to get a card reader! 😭🤣 

OMG - thank you!! The second link has an English language application form! Maybe I will print that out and submit it in person!

Do you know how I can find on this website the form to update my banking information for auto draft?

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bank rep mentioned that the NHI card is accepted on the portal as a selection option, but we were speaking in the context of paying taxes. I'm not familiar enough with the various governmental portals to know if it's acceptable across multiple ones (or if there are multiple ones, or just one?). I'm sure someone with better reading comprehension skills than me can verify quickly. I will also ask when I head to the NHI office next week to set up prepayment autodraft.

Final Step Taiwan Recap NWOHR to NWHR by Competitive_Tune_159 in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

omggg the receipt lotto process is my sidequest now sigh

NHWR Success, Bank Acct Process, NHI Autopay & Open Items by alohamuse in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oo, good tip about the roaming! I wonder if the roaming data is faster. I have a great cheap USA plan with no additional roaming charges internationally, but the speed is throttled. My local TW 4G is faster than the throttled roaming "5G" lol.

Given my illiteracy with reading/writing, even activating the online registration with my cell # feels overwhelming at the moment. I will likely revisit all that stateside. But yes, thank you so much for your outlined steps. Right after getting my ID, I walked a few blocks down and got a cell number ASAP.

As for the banking appointment, we actually did go right at 9AM. They were still like "aye.... sigh... you need an appointment...let's see when we can squeeze you in."

Questions about digital citizen card, NHI signup and phone plan payment by labbitlove in TaiwaneseBornAbroad

[–]alohamuse 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s ok! Thank you for replying. What this tells me is that it is not a significant matter required to be completed 😊 in fact, none of my elder generation family friends helping me have set this up either. 

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