Do international students need to join Taiwan's National Health Insurance (NHI)?
符合全民健康保險投保資格的國際學生，應依規定參加臺灣全民健康保險（National Health Insurance, NHI）。一般而言，持有效居留證並在臺居留滿規定期間後，即應依規定參加健保。
International students who meet the eligibility requirements must enroll in Taiwan's National Health Insurance (NHI). In general, students holding a valid residence permit become eligible after meeting the required period of residence in Taiwan.
Can I see a doctor before I have NHI coverage?
可以。尚未取得全民健保資格期間，如有就醫需求仍可前往醫療院所，但相關醫療費用及保險理賠方式依學生所投保的醫療保險規定辦理。
Yes. Students can still visit clinics or hospitals before becoming eligible for NHI. Medical expenses and reimbursement will depend on the medical insurance coverage applicable during this period.
How do international students enroll in NHI?
符合投保資格後，在學國際學生通常由學校協助辦理全民健保加保相關作業。學生應依學校通知提供所需資料並完成相關程序。
Once eligible, international students are generally enrolled in NHI through the university. Students should provide the required information and complete the procedures according to university instructions.
How do I pay the NHI premium?
由學校辦理加保的學生，健保費通常會依學校規定併入相關繳費程序。實際金額及繳費方式請以當學期學校通知為準。
For students enrolled through the university, NHI premiums are generally collected according to the university's payment procedures. Please refer to the university's current notice for the applicable premium and payment method.
How do I apply for an NHI Card?