As in previous years there are a total of 1,000 places available to Taiwanese youth for 2026.
800 places will be allocated during the first ballot in February, while the remaining 200 places will be made available in a second ballot in the summer. If you are successful in the ballot and go on to make an application and be issued a visa, you will be able to live, work and study in the UK for up to 2 years.
How to apply for the ballot
If you would like to be in with the chance to apply for the scheme you should send one email per applicant to [email protected] between 0001 (1201am) on Tuesday 10 February 2026 and 0001 (1201am) on Thursday 12 February 2026 (Taiwan time). If you send multiple emails, only one will be counted.
The header or subject line of your email must contain your name, date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY) and passport number as shown in your passport.
This must be written in English only.
For example WU Janice – 31/03/2000 – Passport123456789
The main body of your email should include the following information, written in English
- Name
- Date of birth
- Passport Number
- Mobile phone number
The email account will only be open for 48 hours and all emails received within this timeframe will be sent an automated reply confirming receipt. Please remember to check your junk inboxes before contacting us. Applicants are also encouraged to check their mailbox storage to ensure they can receive e-mails.
Once the ballot closes, allocations for the 800 places will be chosen at random by UKVI. If you have been successful a second email will be sent to you by Friday 27 February 2026 to confirm acceptance and provide further instructions on how to start your application, along with documentary evidence required to apply for your entry clearance.
Successful applicants must complete an online application form for the Youth Mobility Scheme. Note that you must submit your completed application and attend a Visa Application Centre biometrics appointment by 28 May 2026 for your application to be considered. Ensure that you have all the supporting documentation required. You can check this by visiting the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Taiwanese youth living overseas can also apply following the instructions above, and if you are chosen to apply you will be able to do so in your country/territory of residence. Applications cannot be submitted for the Youth Mobility Scheme in the UK.
If you are unsuccessful in the ballot, you will receive an email within 2 weeks of the ballot closing.
The results of the ballot are final. You cannot appeal if you’re unsuccessful.
You can enter future ballots if you’re unsuccessful and continue to meet the eligibility requirements.
Further information about the scheme can be found on gov.uk and any enquiries relating to the application process, online application forms and questions in general should be directed to the UKVI International enquiry line.
