Hey y’all
I am applying for the APRC at the moment using the agency that got me my GC and then my ARC for when the CG expired. I feel like every time I work with them they are doing things for the first time. Thing is, they tend to be fast. My ARC was approved in one day, so I bear with them and I have waay too much other life stuff happening.
I was relocated to Taiwan by my company, and continued to get paid out of the USA. Did my taxes, got my NHI. Met the salary requirements, still do, and have the time spent in Taiwan on lock. 2025 I never even left. I still work for the same USA employer, just running interference on the ground here on behalf of my USA team.
The agency is saying that today they spoke with the APRC office and they are asking for documentation because of new rules. From the Agency:
In the meantime, the APRC officer told us that a new rule applies for applicants holding “other” ARC:
Submit the following documents to demonstrate that you are able to support yourself in Taiwan and your potential contribution to Taiwan after obtaining permanent residency:
A statement specifying that you were granted the Gold Card in the Economy Field and have been working for a US company and is still being employed now. (Please correct me if I misunderstand.)
An employment agreement between you and the US company, or an Employment Verification Letter, if available. If not available, please let me know and we can discuss what alternative document can be provided.
Evidence of a work project or a work report, or other supporting documents
Has anyone else had to prove this?
Additionally, they are saying that I can’t be working in Taiwan while on the ARC. But How can I prove #1 if I can’t work here?!
They knew that I was still working and that I was going to apply for my APRC. Did they fuck up by doing this ARC and not a GC extension? I know I will get through it but would love to hear what others think.
Thanks in advance!