Moving to Palau from Taiwan
What to Expect
Considering a move from Taiwan to Palau? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.
If you moved from Taiwan to Palau, and you’d need to navigate life in English and Palauan.
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Key Indicator Comparison
The numbers behind daily life in Palau compared to Taiwan.
What are the job prospects?
percentage of the labour force without work
a broad measure of economic output per person
Taiwan generally does better on employment & economy, though Palau leads in unemployment rate.
Is it good for families?
average years of life at birth
deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better
percentage of adults who can read and write
Taiwan performs better than Palau across all family life metrics.
Data: The World Factbook
Visitor Visa Requirements
Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan and Palau. To live, work, or study long-term in Palau, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Palau's immigration authority.
Taiwan passport holder visiting Palau
Visa Free
Palau passport holder visiting Taiwan
Visa FreeData: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work remotely from Palau?
From major Palau cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Palau are what actually decide it long-term.
What language do they speak in Palau?
The official languages in Palau are English and Palauan. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.
