1. The Republic of Korea and Taiwan agreed to extend the period of a visa-free stay for each other’s nationals from the previous 30 days to 90, effective from July 1.

* The ROK and Taiwan had allowed each other’s nationals to stay in the countries for a maximum of 30 days, effective from January 25, 2003.

2. The latest agreement will facilitate a visa-free stay for up to 90 days in Taiwan for ROK nationals, thereby further enhancing the convenience for the ROK’s prospective visitors to Taiwan.

                             Spokesperson and Deputy Minister for Public Relations of MOFAT

* unofficial translation