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Change employer in Taiwan: first steps

What to record before asking to transfer employer, especially if there are threats, held documents, or pressure to sign.

Updated 2026-07-09 Filipino / English 1955

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Need to change employer

Changing employer usually needs an official process. Do not leave work without documenting the reason and getting advice first.

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How this page is checked

Last checked: 2026-07-09
Applies to: All migrant workers
Official sources: This page is written from official Taiwan sources (Ministry of Labor, Immigration, NHI). How to use official sources
Rules that may change: Employer transfer rules and waiting periods can be revised. Check the latest Ministry of Labor announcements before big decisions.

If your situation is urgent or different from this page, call 1955 (free, 24 hours, with interpreters).

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