Concerning applying for a commercial port access permit；Seaman Access and Exit Plan for Port AreaFAQKeelung Habor Police Department2025-08-072025-08-07<div class="ed_model01 clearfix">
<div class="ed_txt"><span style="font-size:130%;"><strong>Concerning applying for a commercial port access permit</strong></span><br />
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To apply for a commercial port access permit, please visit the Taiwan International Ports Corporation (TIPC) Access Permit Information Website. The application process and required documents vary slightly depending on the type of permit (regular, temporary, or single entry).<br />
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<span style="font-size:125%;">The general application process is as follows:</span><br />
1. Online Application:<br />
Go to the TIPC Access Permit Information Website, enter the Access Permit Management System, and fill out and submit your application.<br />
2. Review:<br />
TIPC will review the application. If any documents are incomplete or do not meet the requirements, the application will be rejected or additional documents will be requested.<br />
3. Inspection:<br />
After TIPC’s approval, the Port Police Headquarters will also conduct an inspection.<br />
4. Permit Collection:<br />
Once approved, you may collect the access permit.<br />
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<span style="font-size:125%;">Different Types of Access Permits：</span></div>
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<li class="ed_txt">Regular Access Permit:</li>
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<div class="ed_txt">Applicable for personnel or vehicles that frequently enter and exit the port area over a long period, with a maximum validity of three years.</div>
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<li class="ed_txt">Temporary Access Permit:</li>
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<div class="ed_txt">Applicable for personnel or vehicles needing short-term access to the port area for business, official duties, or commercial matters, with a maximum validity of one month.</div>
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<li class="ed_txt">Single Entry Permit:</li>
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<div class="ed_txt">For those who require occasional access but have not applied for a regular or temporary permit in advance—such as visiting port agencies, conducting official business, or visiting family. This permit must be applied for onsite at the control points and is valid only for that single entry.<br />
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<span style="font-size:125%;">Taxi Application for Port Access Permit</span></div>
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<li class="ed_txt">Taxi operators applying for a port access permit must submit basic required documents as well as a passenger service proof document signed by the port operator, indicating the cooperation period and the number of taxis involved.</li>
<li class="ed_txt">If the port operator applies on behalf of the taxi operator, the same passenger service proof documents must be provided.</li>
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<div class="ed_txt"><span style="font-size:125%;">Other Important Notes</span></div>
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<li class="ed_txt">Entry into the commercial port control area requires a valid port access permit as per regulations; unauthorized access is prohibited.</li>
<li class="ed_txt">For detailed information on permit types, application procedures, and valid periods, please refer to the <a href="https://new-hep.twport.com.tw/portal/faq/q-%E9%80%9A%E8%A1%8C%E8%AD%89%E7%94%B3%E8%AB%8B%E6%B5%81%E7%A8%8B%E7%82%BA%E4%BD%95-%E7%94%B3%E8%AB%8B%E9%80%9A%E8%A1%8C%E8%AD%89%E9%9C%80%E8%A6%81%E5%A4%9A%E4%B9%85%E6%99%82%E9%96%93" target="_blank" title="Taiwan International Ports Corporation Access Permit Information Website.(Open New Windows)">Taiwan International Ports Corporation Access Permit Information Website.</a></li>
<li class="ed_txt">For any questions, you may call the customer service hotline, send an email to the customer service mailbox, or visit the <a href="https://new-hep.twport.com.tw/portal/faq/%E6%88%91%E8%A6%81%E6%80%8E%E9%BA%BC%E8%B7%9F%E5%AE%A2%E6%9C%8D%E8%81%AF%E7%B9%AB" target="_blank" title="Access Permit Information Website(Open New Windows)">Access Permit Information Website</a> and select “Request Assistance.”</li>
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<div class="ed_txt"><span style="font-size:125%;"> Seaman Access and Exit Plan for Port Area (Effective from April 8, 2025)</span>
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<td style="text-align: center;">Shipping route</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">ship registry</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">seaman</td>
<td style="text-align: center;">mode of access</td>
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<td>International Routes</td>
<td colspan="1" rowspan="2">Domestic/ Foreign</td>
<td>national</td>
<td>1. To apply for <span style="color:#ff0000;">Single Entry Permit</span>：Operators in the port area must register in advance. After the seamen successfully apply by themselves, they must present <span style="color:#ff0000;">their identity cards (a photocopy)</span> at the checkpoint for scanning and record-keeping. They may enter and exit the port area only after inspection by the port police with the <span style="color:#ff0000;">seamen’s book</span>.<br />
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2. Moreover, they can apply for Regular Access Permit or Temporary Access Permit. (Attachment of documents shall be handled in accordance with the Notice for reference)</td>
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<td> </td>
<td>alien</td>
<td>1. <strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">With</span> Crew Member’s Temporary Entry Permit：<br />
“Crew Member’s Temporary Entry Permit” issued by National Immigration Agency</strong> and passport (or seaman’s book),etc…Entering and exiting the port area after inspection by the port police。<br />
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2. <strong>Without Crew Member’s Temporary Entry Permit，apply for Port Access Permit by <span style="color:#ff0000;">Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) / Passport</span>：</strong><br />
(1)to apply for <span style="color:#ff0000;">Temporary Access Permit</span> or<span style="color:#ff0000;"> Single Entry Permit</span>：Assisted by operators in the port area to apply, leave a record by scanning the <span style="color:#ff0000;">QR code</span> at the checkpoint, and enter or exit the port area after inspection by the port police with identification documents.<br />
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(2)Additionally, able to apply for Regular Access Permit. (Attachment of documents shall be handled in accordance with the Notice for reference)</td>
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<td rowspan="2">Domestic Routes</td>
<td rowspan="2">Domestic/ Foreign</td>
<td>national</td>
<td>1. <u>To apply for <span style="color:#ff0000;">Single Entry Permit</span></u>：Operators in the port area must register in advance. After the seamen successfully apply by themselves, they must present <span style="color:#ff0000;">their identity cards (a photocopy)</span> at the checkpoint for scanning and record-keeping. They may enter and exit the port area only after inspection by the port police with the <span style="color:#ff0000;">seamen’s book</span>.<br />
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2. Moreover, they can apply for Regular Access Permit or Temporary Access Permit. (Attachment of documents shall be handled in accordance with the Notice for reference)</td>
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<td>alien</td>
<td>1. to apply for <span style="color:#ff0000;">Temporary Access Permit</span> or <span style="color:#ff0000;">Single Entry Permit</span>：Assisted by operators in the port area to apply, leave a record by scanning the <span style="color:#ff0000;">QR code</span> at the checkpoint, and enter or exit the port area after inspection by the port police with identification documents<br />
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2. Additionally, able to apply for Regular Access Permit. (Attachment of documents shall be handled in accordance with the Notice for reference)</td>
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* If there are any matters not covered in this plan, it may be reviewed and revised as appropriate.</div>
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