::: FAQ – Startup@Taipei

FAQs

Q01

Is there a minimum capital restriction for establishing a company?

A01

According to the company law, therer is not any minimum capital restriction for establishing a company. If the accountant verifies that the amount of capital is sufficient to cover the cost of establishment, anyone can establish a company.

Q02

What is the application period for "Startup subsidy", "R&D subsidy" and "Branding subsidy" ?

A02

Companies applying for "Startup subsidy" must be registered in Taipei within one year, while applying for "R&D subsidy" and "Branding subsidy" must be set up for more than one year.

Q03

Do I need to attach the attendance record to verify the personnel expenses of the SITI?

A03

Yes. It must be accompanied by attendance record, proof of labor insurance and documents proving the amount of salary payment.

Q04

Must the registered place be the same as the place of business?

A04

The place of registration of the company or bank number is the central area of commercial legal relations. For example, the settlement of debts, the jurisdiction of litigation, and the service of pleadings are based on the place of residence. There is no place for registration of business-related laws and regulations that is consistent with the actual place of business conduct It is stipulated that, if the business place is of a branch nature (there is an account for calculating surplus losses and financial accounting is independent), the branch registration must be performed in accordance with the law.

Q05

Due to the impact of Covid-19, what is the content of the Beijing Municipal Government's financing loan relief plan?

A05

1. From March 1st to August 31st, 2020, the loan interest rate will be reduced by 0.25%, and the municipal government will subsidize the interest by another 1%, and the total interest will be reduced by 1.25%.
2. The original borrower does not need to apply again, and the government will subsidize 1% of the interest fee during the period.
3. During this period, those who apply for a loan amount of less than 1.2 million can be exempted from filling in the business plan, quick loan approval, three-month principal grace period, and enjoy interest rate reduction (0.25%) and subsidized interest (1%) at the same time.

Q06

How do I know if my business location meets the company registration requirements?

A06

Since January 1, 2020, the Taipei City Government has established an online system. As long as you enter the address and business scope, you can apply to check whether it meets the requirements of company registration and construction management.
Website: http://www.businesslocationinfo.gov.taipei/BLBQS/

Q07

What are the circumstances of the applicant or the company that will not be able to apply for this loan?

A07

When the conditions for not approving the loan are met, the loan will not be approved.

Q08

What is the focus of the review of SME financing loans?

A08

This loan is set up by the Taipei City SME Financing Loan Review Team by the Bureau of Industry to review the applicant’s qualifications, financial structure, use of funds, business conditions, industry prospects, loan quota, loan period and grace period, etc., and passed the review In case of such cases, the Industrial Development Bureau will issue a notice of approval.

Q10

Can the loan application be used to repay loans borrowed from other financial institutions?

A10

The purpose of this loan is limited to the purchase of factory buildings, business premises, machinery, equipment or operating turnover funds, etc., and cannot be used to repay loans borrowed from other financial institutions.