The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) in has launched new tourism program designed help Canadian travel agencies working with Taiwanese tourism companies expand their group business to the Asian nation. The Accelerated and Expanded Inbound Tourism Promotion Program offers attractive subsidies to support group travel packages to Taiwan for non-Taiwanese tourists.

To qualify for the promotion, eligible groups must stay at least three days and two nights in Taiwan, with travel dates until June 30, 2025. Subsidy amounts are determined based on group size and length of stay, with bonuses for longer itineraries and visits to specific regions.

Key subsidy levels include:

• Groups of 4-7 people: Up to NT$10,000 (≈ CA$425)
• Groups of 8-49 people: Up to NT$30,000 (≈ CA$1,285)
• Groups of 50 or more: Up to NT$50,000 (≈ CA$2,140)

Additional bonuses are also available for groups visiting the scenic regions of Hualien and Taitung, reinforcing Taiwan’s commitment to promoting tourism in less-traveled areas.

 Application process

Applicable Canadian travel agencies sending non-Taiwanese tourists to Taiwan can partner with a Taiwanese tourism company, who will help them apply for the subsidies. Applications must be submitted at least three working days before the group’s departure. Upon approval, 60% of the subsidy will be remitted to the Canadian travel agency that organized the group.

“This program reflects Taiwan’s commitment to welcoming the world with open arms and fostering strong partnerships with international travel agencies,” said Sylvia Lee, the Director of Taiwan Tourism Administration’s San Francisco office, which runs the Western Canada markets. “We are confident these incentives will help give Canadian travel agencies more reason to promote Taiwan to their travellers.”

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