Taiwan: Help and advice abroad

Public employment services

Employment services centres exist in major centres of population such as the capital Taipei, Taichung in central Taiwan, and Kaohsiung in the South. Information is available on matters related to labour insurance, with specific advice for foreign workers.

Higher education careers support

Higher education establishments provide their own support to students, and provision varies. In some instances, careers support can include availability of interviews, employer events, careers libraries and access to alumni networks. Related services such as counselling are also provided in many colleges and universities. Websites of individual colleges and universities generally publicise details of services available and should be able to say whether such services are open to foreign nationals.

Help in an emergency

The British Trade and Cultural Office  can help British nationals in an emergency. They can get in touch with lawyers and doctors, speak to local authorities on your behalf and contact relatives if needed.

The Community Services Centre, Taipei  represents the expatriate community and is also available for help and advice. Professional, confidential counselling services are available for people experiencing difficulties in adjusting to life in the region.

Emergency contact numbers in Taiwan are:

• 119 - fire/ambulance;
• 110 - police;
• 02 2556 6007 - 24-hour English-speaking police.