Extending an ARC in COVID times (2022 edition)

Howdy y’all!

I’m currently on my second 6-month ARC extension after leaving my job teaching English. My ARC is set to expire in February and due to COVID regulations, I know that leaving and coming back isn’t as option, yet I want more time here!

I know many foreigners that entered Taiwan before March 20th have gotten…I don’t know, I think 18 automatic 30 day visa extensions but for ARC holders, there’s no automatic 30 day extensions.

I’m curious what my options are. Getting a job is one but I now work for a company online & don’t want to leave it just for a work based ARC.

I thought about attending Chinese classes but am not sure if that’s an option as my prior ARC was work based.

Anyways, I’m curious if anyone have any ideas or experiences here! Thank you!