Application Timeline
The application process for the Research Visiting Program is conducted entirely online.
Applicants must complete and submit their application at least 3 months prior to the start date of their intended visit. It is recommended to begin your application process 4 months before your intended start date, because we need to send your application to the Ministry of Education to obtain formal documents for your visa application.
Please refer to the “Overview” page and find an NTU faculty member who is willing to act as your supervisor for the program. Once you have identified a supervisor at NTU, please follow the application procedure below to apply.
By following the suggested timeline and ensuring that all application materials are submitted within the specified timeframe, you can increase your chances of a successful application process for the Research Visiting Program.
Application Procedure
- Step 1：Get the Letter of Consent signed by the professor at NTU that you will be collaborating:
Please download the Letter of Consent here
For information about how to find a host professor at NTU, please refer to the Overview page. - Step 2: Complete the Online Application at least 3 months before your arrival:
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Application System Link: http://oiasystem.ntu.edu.tw/research/www/visit/framework.php
- Log in and fill in the online application form, make the necessary payment, and upload all the Applicaiton Documents mentioned below.
- Once you have submitted the online application, please contact the program manager to initiate the review process.
- Please note that submitted applications cannot be modified. If you need to make any modifications, reach out to the program manager.
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- Step 3: Track the application status
- Use your email address and date of birth (yyyymmdd) to log in to the application system and check the status of your application.
- You will receive an email notification from the program manager directly if any unqualified documents need to be resubmitted.
- Step 4: Receiving the Admission Result
- The review process for applications usually takes approximately 4~6 weeks (including the reviewing from the Ministry of Education) before the final admission results are announced. We will send you the admission result by email.
- Please note that during the review process, we are unable to accommodate requests for speeding up the progress. If you have a specific deadline for obtaining admission materials, we recommend calculating the application timeline accordingly to ensure it aligns with your needs.
- Upon successful acceptance of your application, you will receive a Letter of Invitation from NTU, a Consent Letter from the Ministry of Education, and a registration notice. These documents will provide important information for your enrollment at NTU.
Application Documents
All documents must be clear colored electronic file of the original documents. The electronic files of the documents should be in either Chinese or English. Please ensure that the files are legible and easy to read.
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ID Photo |
Provide a digital ID photo that meets the government regulations for passport or identification purposes. Ensure that the photo is clear, recent, and follows the specified guidelines. |
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Statement of Purpose |
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Academic Records (optional) |
Provide a color photocopy of an official transcript in either English or Chinese. The transcript should include a comprehensive record of all the courses you have taken during your current degree level. |
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Passport/PRC ID Card |
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Letter of Consent from NTU Host Professor |
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Letter of Recommendation from Home Institution |
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Certificate of Enrollment |
A. For Internship Purpose :
B. For Thesis Writing/Research Purpose:
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Proof of Payment for the Application Fee |
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Additional documents |
For Mainland Chinese, Hong Kong, or Macau passport holders, please refer to the Chinese version of the website for specific application instructions. （持有中國大陸、香港或澳門地區護照者，請參照訪問研究計畫中文版網頁） |
Accommodation (From August 2025 to January 2026, NTU will be unable to provide on-campus housing due to renovations of the on-campus dormitories. For off-campus housing options, please refer to the information provided on our website)
- NTU dormitories are open for application but not guaranteed due to a shortage of housing space. Please indicate your room preferences in the application system, and your application will be placed on a waiting list. Currently, the two options available for research visiting students are (1) Twin Room, and (2) Quad Room. After the online application deadline, requests for changing room preferences will no longer be accepted.
- The results of the dormitory arrangement are usually announced 2~4 weeks before the start of the program. You may check the result on the application system and will be notified via email. You will only receive our notice if you are assigned a dormitory; you will not receive a notification if there is no dormitory available.
- Please be aware that university dormitories can only accommodate you during your program period. If you plan to arrive earlier or depart later than the designated period, you will be responsible for arranging your own housing.
- If you would like to search for off-campus accommodation, you can refer to the Off-campus Accommodation page for some useful information.
Program Contact
International Student and Scholar Services
Ms. CHIA HUI YEN
T: +886 (0)2 3366 2007 ext. 210
E: ych2023@ntu.edu.tw