TAIPEI (Taiwan News) – As the first city in Taiwan to welcome digital nomads, Tainan said Saturday it had attracted talent from the US, Germany, and Vietnam.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs last month debuted a three-month visa with one extension of three months possible. However, the first digital nomads to settle in Tainan have entered the country with work or tourism visas, per CNA.
The city launched a digital creativity hub near its Youai Market in November, attracting more than 60 engineers, artists, innovators, and digital experts, according to local officials. Through seminars and workshops, they are able to link up with the worlds of business, academia, and research.
The site also provides a common workspace, a food plaza, and a space for children. Tainan has the ambition to turn the Youai Market center into a training ground for digital talent by providing free courses and a meeting place for local businesses and international resources.