The journey of establishing a business in Taiwan with Del Sol CPA offers more than just streamlined company setup. We extend our expertise to provide bilingual services, ensuring a smooth transition for our clients. Once the initial company registration is complete, a plethora of responsibilities arises, ranging from VAT filing to payroll withholding and dividends distribution. In this article, we delve into the National Health Insurance (NHI) in Taiwan, addressing common queries from our clients. For the essential guide to labor insurance and national health insurance (NHI) in Taiwan, please refer to this article under the "Taiwan Company Set-up" section of the blog.
Business owners must enroll under their own company unless they are employed elsewhere and prefer to enroll under that company. As of January 1, 2024, the minimum enrolled payroll for owners is NTD 38,200, with an accompanying NHI bill of NTD 1,975 per month.
Application Process for NHI Removal:
Should the need arise for NHI removal, the application process involves visiting the National Health Insurance Bureau. In Taipei, three offices cater to such applications, offering convenience to everyone.
No. 15-1, Gongyuan Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
No. 7, Section 1 Zhongshan N Rd, Zhongshan District, Taipei City
No. 17, Xuchang St, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Getting a National Health Insurance Card:
Q: Do I automatically get a health insurance card when establishing a unit of health insurance within the company?
Contrary to common assumptions, assistance in establishing a unit of health insurance within the company does not automatically grant you a National Health Insurance card. Applicants must apply via the NHI website:https://www.nhi.gov.tw/ch/mp-1.html or personally visit a nearby NHI office.
Extending Coverage to Family Members:
Q: Can my family members enrolled under my NHI as dependant?
Enrolling family members, in this case, we assume a spouse, in NHI involves considerations based on employment status:
A) Unemployed spouse has the option to enroll under the district office (區公所) for a more economical NHI bill.
B) If a spouse works in another company and earns less than your enrolled grade of NHI, then enrolling under their company might be cost-effective.
C) A spouse can also enroll under the company as an employee with a wage, though it derives compulsory enrollment in labor insurance.
For a detailed overview and further information, a PDF file containing a comprehensive table is available.
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