Focus Taiwan
Date: 2017/10/24
By: Elaine Hou and Ko Lin
Taipei, Oct. 24 (CNA) Taiwanese passport holders will soon be able to enjoy speedy
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entry into the United States through the U.S. Global Entry program, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) official said Tuesday.
Eligible Taiwanese who have obtained U.S. approval beforehand will be able to use the Global Entry program, meaning they can enter major U.S. airports without waiting in long lines for immigration checks, according to the official, who spoke on condition of anonymity.
The offer of Global Entry is being reciprocated by Taiwan, which will allow pre-approved U.S. visitors to Taiwan the opportunity to use Taiwan’s E-Gate program, likewise enabling them to avoid long lines at Taiwan immigration.
A ceremony to announce the launch of the bilateral agreement will be held at the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Thursday, according to the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT). [FULL STORY]