Working in Taiwan without Mandarin sounds manageable at first. Many OFWs arrive thinking English, hand signals, or help from friends will be enough. But after a few weeks, the reality sets in. Daily life, work instructions, clinic visits, and government errands all rely heavily on Mandarin. For many Filipinos, working in Taiwan without Mandarin becomes … Read more
Using free Mandarin apps for Taiwan OFWs can feel overwhelming. App stores are full of promises, but most tools are not built for real life in Taiwan. OFWs do not need fancy grammar or long lectures. What matters is being understood at work, reading signs and forms, and handling daily tasks without panic. Why Filipinos … Read more
For Filipinos working in southern Taiwan, Kaohsiung often feels more relaxed than the north, but Christmas can still feel heavy when family is far away. Many OFWs here work in factories, ports, caregiving roles, and service jobs where holiday leave is limited. Each December, Our Lady of Miraculous Medal Parish in Kaohsiung becomes a place … Read more
For Filipinos working in southern Taiwan, Christmas often feels quieter and slower. Tainan moves at a gentler pace than the north, but for OFWs, the same challenges remain. Work continues. Family is far away. Rest days are short. In the middle of this season, Immaculate Conception Church in Tainan becomes a familiar refuge for Filipino … Read more
For many Filipinos working in Taiwan, Christmas does not come with long breaks or family reunions. Work continues. Rest days are limited. Yet every December, one place in Taipei quietly becomes a home away from home. St. Christopher’s Catholic Church along Zhongshan North Road is widely known as the OFW Church. During the Christmas season, … Read more
For many Filipinos working in northern Taiwan, Christmas happens quietly. There is no long holiday leave, no extended family dinners, and often no break from work. But in Taoyuan, one church continues to offer something familiar during the season. Immaculate Heart of Mary Church has become a steady Christmas stop for Filipino OFWs living and … Read more
For many Filipinos working in Hsinchu, Christmas arrives in between work shifts, factory deadlines, and quiet dorm rooms. The city is known for its science parks and tech industry, but for OFWs living here, the season can feel especially distant from home. Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral in Hsinchu offers a place where Christmas still … Read more
Are you a foreign worker looking for a new job, or thinking about changing jobs? Or perhaps you’re an employer looking for the ideal candidate? If so, you can use a new and convenient online platform that matches direct employers and foreign workers in Taiwan. On January 15, 2025, the Ministry of Labor (MOL) launched … Read more
So you’re new to Taiwan, and it’s your first time working abroad. Your employer says he will keep your passport temporarily for processing some papers. After a while, however, you notice that your passport has been kept by your employer for a long time. Is this allowed? In this article, we will talk about your … Read more
As the clock moves from 2025 to 2026, Taiwan lights up with one of Asia’s most exciting New Year countdown scenes. From the famous Taipei 101 fireworks to beachside celebrations in the east, the island offers many ways to welcome the new year. If you are an OFW, traveler, or first time visitor, this guide … Read more
