Taiwan is one of the world’s largest producers of computer-related products, and boasts an extensive, well-established network of industrial zones. Company formation in Taiwan has become a popular means to do business in Asia.
Taiwan is one of the world’s largest producers of computer-related products, and boasts an extensive, well-established network of industrial zones and a growing number of high-technology industry clusters, which are supported by high-quality human resources. And, Taiwan’s rise to prominence in the IT industry has sparked a growing industrial research and development sector.
Taiwan Company Formation Facts
Most Common Business Organizations
The limited company, organized by at least 1 shareholder with each shareholder liable only for their capital contribution.
The company limited by shares, which must have at least 2 shareholders whose liability is restricted to the division of the total capital allotted to each shareholder.
Standard Requirements for Taiwan Limited Company
Tax System in Taiwan
All sales of goods and provision of services in Taiwan, as well as all imports of goods into Taiwan, are subject to Business Tax (“BT”). The “BT” is imposed under two systems: the VAT system (5%) and the Non-VAT system (0.1% – 25%).
Apart from “BT”, profit-seeking enterprises in Taiwan are also subject to 17% of corporate tax. If the company distributes profit to foreign shareholders, a 10% withholding tax will be charged on the dividends paid.
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