Educational subsidies for children of new immigrants 2026

Educational subsidies for children of new immigrants

Children of new immigrants (foreign nationals or spouses from mainland China) attending elementary, junior high, or high school can apply for tuition and miscellaneous fee subsidies and additional educational resources provided by various counties and cities to help them integrate into school life.

Last Updated: 5/4/2026｜Last verified: 1/1/2026｜Authority: Ministry of Education

What is the Education Subsidy for Children of New Immigrants?

Children whose parents are either foreign nationals (including those from mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau) are eligible for various education subsidies and support while studying in Taiwan, helping them overcome language and cultural differences and successfully complete their studies.

Main Subsidy Programs

1. Tuition and Fee Reduction

Public Elementary and Junior High Schools: Students from low-income or lower-middle-income households can apply for full tuition and fee waivers.
Private School Tuition Subsidies: Subsidy amounts are determined by each county/city based on their financial resources.

2. Scholarships for Children of New Immigrants

Some counties/cities (such as Taipei City and New Taipei City) offer scholarships to academically excellent children of new immigrants.
Annual amounts range from NT$3,000 to NT$20,000, depending on the county/city and grade level.

3. Tutoring and Language Support

Schools establish "New Immigrant Family Learning Centers."
Provide remedial Chinese language instruction and multilingual learning materials.
Some schools offer mother tongue (Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, etc.) courses.

4. "Education Priority Zone" Subsidies

In school areas with a high proportion of new immigrants, the government provides additional subsidies for after-school care and teacher training.

How to Apply? At the Start of the School Year:

Submit an application to the academic affairs office or student affairs office of your school.
Prepare: Parent's residence permit (or passport), child's household registration transcript, and proof of enrollment.
The school will compile the applications and submit them to the county/city education bureau.

Subsidies in Various Counties/Cities:

Contact the education bureau/office of your county/city government directly, or inquire at the new immigrant service window of your county/city government.

Other Educational Resources

Ministry of Education New Immigrant Language Curriculum: The 108 Curriculum Guidelines include Southeast Asian languages (Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, etc.) in the formal curriculum.
New Immigrant Family Service Centers in Various Counties/Cities: Provide free services such as parenting education, parent-child learning, and college application counseling.
Foreign Spouses Association: Provides peer support and assistance with government subsidy applications.

Contact Information

Ministry of Education New Immigrant Children's Education Information Network: edu.tw/NewResidentsChild Education Bureaus/Departments in Various Counties and Cities (You can Google "[County/City Name] Education Bureau New Immigrant Subsidy")
Immigration Agency Service Stations in Various Counties and Cities: Providing integrated subsidy consultation

FAQ

Q: If a child is born in Taiwan and one of the parents is a foreign national, are they considered a child of a new immigrant?

A: Yes, if either parent is a foreign national, a resident of Hong Kong, Macau, or mainland China, the child is considered a "child of a new immigrant" and is entitled to relevant subsidies and educational resources.

Q: My child is already in high school, can they still apply for educational assistance?

A: Yes, education subsidies apply to high school and vocational school levels. For university students, there are separate "Aid Programs for Disadvantaged Students" and individual university scholarships available, with varying eligibility requirements.

Q: Does the school provide assistance if my child's Chinese is not good?

A: Yes, according to the Ministry of Education's regulations, schools should provide remedial Chinese language instruction for the children of new immigrants; many counties and cities also have foreign language teaching assistants stationed at schools. You can ask your homeroom teacher or the student affairs office to make arrangements.

Q: Our family is a low-to-middle-income household. What additional subsidies are available?

A: In addition to the above subsidies, children from low- and middle-income new immigrant families can apply for the "Elementary and Middle School Student Lunch Subsidy," "After-School Care Subsidy," and "Learning Assistance Program for Disadvantaged Students." It is recommended to consult with school social workers or the county/city social affairs bureau for unified information.

The information on this site is compiled from public government sources. Actual eligibility is determined by the issuing authority. We do not process applications on your behalf and do not charge any fees.