In what languages are employment agreements in Taiwan?

In Taiwan, employment agreements must be provided in written form, and the recommended format is a bilingual contract in both Traditional Chinese and English.


Key Details:

  • Written Format Required: While verbal agreements may be recognized in limited situations, a written contract is strongly advised and often required for clarity and compliance—especially for social security registration and labor inspections.

  • Bilingual Standard: Contracts are typically prepared in both Traditional Chinese (the official language in Taiwan) and English to ensure mutual understanding between the employee and employer, particularly in cross-border or foreign-managed arrangements.

  • Date Format: Dates in official contracts should follow the Gregorian calendar format (e.g., YYYY/MM/DD) and may also include the Minguo calendar used locally (e.g., Year 114 for 2025).


Horizons provides employment agreements in the appropriate bilingual format to comply with Taiwanese legal standards and ensure transparency for all parties.

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