Taiwan’s Minimum Wage Expected to Surpass NT$30,000, Says President Lai

 

Taiwan President William Lai recently announced that the country’s minimum monthly wage is expected to exceed NT$30,000 in the next wage adjustment cycle — a milestone that could significantly impact both local workers and migrant workers across the island.

Currently, Taiwan’s minimum wage stands at NT$29,500 per month and NT$196 per hour. If approved by the Basic Wage Committee later this year, the increase would mark the first time in Taiwan’s history that the legal monthly minimum wage reaches the NT$30,000 level.

President Lai made the statement during a Workers’ Day event recognizing outstanding workers, including migrant workers who continue to play a major role in Taiwan’s manufacturing, construction, caregiving, and industrial sectors.

For many workers, especially overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and other migrant laborers in Taiwan, the announcement brings hope amid rising living costs, increasing rent prices, and inflation affecting daily expenses. A higher minimum wage could help workers better manage food, transportation, housing, and remittance obligations back home.

Taiwan has consistently raised its minimum wage for more than a decade, reflecting the government’s effort to improve worker welfare and strengthen domestic consumption. Supporters of the wage increase say it shows Taiwan’s commitment to fair labor policies and economic growth that benefits ordinary workers.

However, business groups and some employers have also expressed concerns about the possible effects on operating costs, especially for small and medium enterprises. Despite this, labor groups continue to push for stronger protections and better compensation for workers who contribute heavily to Taiwan’s economy.

While the final amount has not yet been officially approved, President Lai’s statement already sparked discussions among workers and employers alike. Many are now closely watching the upcoming wage review meetings that will determine whether Taiwan officially crosses the NT$30,000 minimum wage milestone.

If implemented, the increase would become another historic step in Taiwan’s labor policy — and a welcome development for thousands of workers hoping for better financial stability in the years ahead.

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Job Hiring: Hon Hai Presicion Industry in Taiwan is now hiring Factory Workers, Machine Operators

Job Summary:
Company: Hon Hai Presicion Industry Co Ltd
Location: Taoyuan, Taiwan
Position: Factory Workers, Machine Operatora
Products: Smartphone, Tablets, Computers, Laptops, Semiconductor and Electronic components, EV platforms
Industry: Electronics
Contract: 3 years (Renewable by employer)
Basic Salary: NT$29,500 (P56,000) + Overtime

Recruitment Agency:
City Employment Center

Agency Location: 
Units 601 and 702, 7th Floor, DY International Building, 1011 General Malvar Street corner San Marcelino Street, Malate, Manila

How to apply?

Click the link below to apply:
https://forms.gle/CityEmploymentForm

Visit the office of the above-mentioned recruitment agency during their official office hours. Make sure to bring all the necessary requirements and complete set of documents needed for the screening and possible line-up process.

Prepare the following requirements:

1. Valid Passport
2. National ID or Digital National ID from eGov app
3. TIN Number (Or TIN ID)
4. Voter's ID or Voter's Certificate
5. PAG-IBIG Number
6. Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar (PEOS)
7. E-Registration (E-Reg)
8. School Diploma (High School and/or College with Transcript of Records)
9. Birth Certificate ( PSA with receipt and QR, Must include your middle name and full names of both parents, No late registration on 21 years old and above)
10. Vaccination Certificate or Yellow Card
11. SSS Certificate with Member Details, Employment History and Contributions, UMID (if available)
12. NBI Clearance

Take Note: For married applicants, ensure your civil status is updated

To avoid future problems, all discrepancies, amendments, or changes in your documents should be corrected before applying.

About Hon Hai Presicion:

Hon Hai Presicion Industry Co Ltd also widely known as Foxconn, is a Taiwanese multinational electronics manufacturing company founded in 1974 by Terry Gou. Headquartered in New Taipei City, the company is the world’s largest electronics contract manufacturer and one of the biggest technology employers globally.

Hon Hai is best known for producing devices and components for major global brands such as Apple, Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, and Nvidia. Its core businesses include consumer electronics, cloud and networking products, computing devices, semiconductors, and precision components.

DISCLAMER:

*This site, page is not a recruitment agency nor agent, to apply please visit above mentioned recruitment agency. Beware of illegal recruiters and scammers.

*Jobs in this site are collected from legit recruitment agencies

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Side Hustle or Illegal Work? Taiwan Questions OFW Content Creators Over Part Time Job Earnings

 

There have been growing reports in Taiwan about migrant workers and content creators being questioned by the Ministry of Labor over alleged violations related to side jobs and undeclared income. Much of the discussion started circulating on Filipino OFW social media and online forum communities this week. 

The issue appears to focus on foreign workers in Taiwan who are on employer-sponsored work permits. Under Taiwan’s rules, many migrant workers are only legally allowed to work for the company and job listed on their permit. Reports claim some vloggers/content creators were called in after allegedly:

- promoting businesses or products for payment,

-doing livestream selling,

-accepting sponsorships,

-running side businesses,

-receiving income unrelated to their registered employer

According to discussions online, Taiwan authorities may have noticed bank transactions or reports involving additional income streams. Some users said creators were asked whether they received money for endorsements or promotions. Others claimed that income earned inside Taiwan could be taxable and may require proper authorization or declaration.

A commonly mentioned distinction is:

Simply making videos or earning platform revenue from YouTube/Facebook may be treated differently.

But directly advertising businesses, selling products, or doing paid promotions while on a factory/domestic worker permit may be considered unauthorized work. 

The issue is usually connected to Taiwan’s rules on unauthorized work by foreign workers. The main laws reportedly involved are:

1. Taiwan Employment Service Act

Foreign workers can only perform the work and employer stated in their work permit.

If a migrant worker does other paid activities such as paid endorsements, livestream selling, online selling, promotions, or sponsored content authorities may classify it as “work without authorization.”

Relevant parts are often linked to:

Article 43, Article 68

These provisions basically say foreigners cannot work in Taiwan without proper permission from the government.

2. Tax regulations

If a creator earns money from sponsorships, affiliate sales, commissions, or online selling and does not declare it, there may also be tax concerns.

3. Work permit restrictions

Factory workers, caregivers, and many blue-collar migrant workers usually have very specific permits tied to one employer and one job category only.

Even side hustles can sometimes be interpreted as illegal work if money is involved.

There are also claims that some cases started because other people reported the creators to authorities, not necessarily because Taiwan was actively “tracking” all influencers online.

As of now, there does not appear to be a major official public announcement specifically targeting Filipino content creators, but multiple online reports and discussions indicate the Ministry of Labor has indeed been contacting some migrant workers regarding side-income activities. 

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Job Hiring: Probe Test System in Taiwan is now hiring Factory Workers, Machine Operators

 

Job Summary:
Company: Probe Test System Corporation
Location: Miaoli, Taiwan
Position: Factory Workers, Machine Operatora
Products: Wafer probing, System-level testing, IC marking, Tape-and-reel packaging
Industry: Semiconductor
Contract: 3 years (Renewable by employer up to 12 years)
Basic Salary: NT$29,500 (P57,000) + Overtime

Recruitment Agency:
JS Contractor Inc (Cebu)

Agency Location: 
2nd Flr Bridgestone Building, D. Jakosalem Street, Brgy. Zapatera, Cebu City

How to apply?
Register to the agency online biodata:
www.jscon.com.ph/applicant/register

Proceed to the recruitment agency’s office during their official business hours. Ensure that you bring all required documents and a complete set of requirements for the screening and potential line-up process.

Prepare the following requirements:

1. Valid Passport
2. National ID or Digital National ID from eGov app
3. TIN Number (Or TIN ID)
4. Voter's ID or Voter's Certificate
5. PAG-IBIG Number
6. Pre-Employment Orientation Seminar (PEOS)
7. E-Registration (E-Reg)
8. School Diploma (High School and/or College with Transcript of Records)
9. Birth Certificate ( PSA with receipt and QR, Must include your middle name and full names of both parents, No late registration on 21 years old and above)
10. Vaccination Certificate or Yellow Card
11. SSS Certificate with Member Details, Employment History and Contributions, UMID (if available)
12. NBI Clearance

Take Note: For married applicants, ensure your civil status is updated

To avoid future problems, all discrepancies, amendments, or changes in your documents should be corrected before applying.

About PTS:

Probe Test System Corp. (PTS) is a Taiwan-based semiconductor backend service company established in 1999. Headquartered in Taoyuan City and factories in Miaoli, Taiwan, the company specializes in semiconductor testing and electronic manufacturing support services. PTS provides wafer probing, system-level testing, IC marking, tape-and-reel packaging, and inspection services for semiconductor manufacturers and electronics companies in Taiwan and abroad.

The company operates facilities in major semiconductor hubs such as Hsinchu, Zhunan, and Toufen, allowing it to support Taiwan’s growing electronics and chip manufacturing industry. PTS is known for focusing on quality, fast delivery, technical capability, and customer-oriented service.

DISCLAMER:

*This site, page is not a recruitment agency nor agent, to apply please visit above mentioned recruitment agency. Beware of illegal recruiters and scammers.

*Jobs in this site are collected from legit recruitment agencies

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