Best freelance, gig and earning platforms in Taiwan
Taiwan's local earning platforms focus on services, tutoring and online selling. PRO360 is a platform where freelancers find projects and business owners outsource work, AmazingTalker, based in Taipei, hires online tutors, Pinkoi sells original design goods from Taipei across East and Southeast Asia, and Shopee and Ruten host online sellers. 104 Job Bank and 1111 Job Bank list jobs, and Yoxi and LINE GO offer ride-hailing. Money is in New Taiwan dollars (TWD). PayPal works in Taiwan, but its Taiwan fee schedule lists withdrawals only to E.SUN Bank: TWD balances go to an E.SUN TWD account with no fee without conversion, and USD balances go to an E.SUN USD account for 2.5%. Wise does not list Taiwan as a send destination, and Upwork's Direct to Local Bank list does not include TWD, so Upwork freelancers rely on options such as PayPal or a USD 50 wire transfer. Tip: open an E.SUN Bank account before your first PayPal withdrawal.
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Taiwan at a glance
Platform types: 3 marketplaces, 2 ride platforms, 2 remote job boards, 1 tutoring platform, 1 big marketplace and 1 task platform
How they pay out: Bank transfer (4)
On this page: Local platforms (10) How to get paid (4 confirmed) Global platforms that accept you (48)
Local platforms in Taiwan, compared
| Platform | Type | Fees / commission | Pays via | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AmazingTalker
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Language tutoring marketplace | Commission on lessons | PayPal, Payoneer, Bank transfer | 2016 |
Pinkoi
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Handmade marketplace | 15% service fee + NT$15 per-order fee | Bank transfer | 2011 |
Shopee
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Online marketplace | Category commission ~2-11% + ~2% transaction fee | Bank transfer (local) | 2015 |
PRO360
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Local services marketplace | Pay-per-quote points - no commission | Client pays pro directly | 2017 |
Ruten
|
Classifieds marketplace | 2% transaction service fee (3% some categories) | Bank transfer | 2006 |
Yoxi
|
Ride-hailing app | — | — | 2020 |
LINE Go
|
Ride-hailing app | — | — | 2017 |
104 Job Bank
|
Job board | Free for job seekers | — | 1996 |
1111 Job Bank
|
Job board | Free for job seekers | — | 1999 |
591
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Classifieds marketplace | Paid listing fees ~NT$200-600 per ad, no commission | Direct arrangement | 2007 |
AmazingTalkerA Taiwanese language and tutoring marketplace strong across Asia, where tutors set prices and students book trial lessons. AI matches studen…
amazingtalker.com68 viewsPinkoiAn Asian marketplace where designers and makers sell original handmade and design goods.
pinkoi.com44 viewsShopeeSoutheast Asia largest shopping platform (Sea Limited), with open seller sign-up across its markets and a huge affiliate program.
shopee.com48 viewsPRO360Register as a pro (cleaning, repairs, design, tutoring, fitness) and pay per quote to win jobs.
pro360.com.tw46 viewsRutenList new and used goods on Taiwan largest consumer auction marketplace.
ruten.com.tw41 viewsYoxiJoin the Hotai-backed driver fleet and take ride requests across major Taiwan cities.
yoxi.app39 viewsLINE GoDrive and accept ride bookings made through the LINE app, with in-app payment.
line-go.com44 views104 Job BankFind full-time, part-time, and gig work on Taiwan largest recruitment platform.
104.com.tw44 views1111 Job BankFind part-time, internship, and temp jobs via AI-matched listings.
1111.com.tw48 views591List rooms, rentals, and properties on Taiwan number-one housing classifieds.
591.com.tw47 viewsHow to get paid in Taiwan
Payment services whose official country lists include Taiwan. Check that the platform you join pays out to at least one of them, or to a local bank.
Lemon SqueezyStore activation needs a questionnaire and ID check (about 2-3 business days), payouts go by bank in listed countries or by PayPal elsewhere.
PayPalNot available in Pakistan or Bangladesh, and in some listed countries accounts may only send or cannot withdraw locally, so check in the app.
WiseOnly residents of listed countries can hold money and get account details, so Pakistan, Nigeria, Bangladesh and India cannot receive.
PaddleFor software and digital products only, individuals can sell, and payouts go monthly by wire or Payoneer once you reach $100.
Not available for receiving money in Taiwan: NayaPay, bKash, CIH Bank, Mercado Pago, M-Pesa, PayPay, Paytm, Mollie, SadaPay, Razorpay, Stripe, Bancontact Pay, PicPay, Tikkie, Paystack, Midtrans, MoMo, MTN MoMo, PayMongo, AlipayHK, ChapChap, Nequi, Tenpo, TrueMoney, Yoco, Chipper Cash, dLocal, Easypaisa, Khalti, OPay, Telebirr, ExpressPay, GCash, Fawry, JazzCash, Revolut, Xendit, Zalopay, CashPlus, Monobank, Square, Yape, Maya, Vipps, Wave, Daviplata, Flutterwave, Hubtel, Toss, Uala, Grey.
Global platforms that accept people in Taiwan
Each one's official sign-up or terms pages list the countries it accepts, and Taiwan is on the list. Check them against your age and what you have →
Freelance sites 6
UpworkYou'll need: A computer
You need a verified ID, an approved profile and a tax form (W-8BEN outside the US) before withdrawing. Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also restricted.
FiverrYou'll need: A computer
Fiverr can ask any seller for a government ID to confirm you are 18+, and PayPal withdrawals arrive in about 24 hours with a $1 minimum.
ToptalYou'll need: A computer, Good English, A skills test
Fewer than 3 percent pass the English interview, skills tests, live screening and 1-3 week test project.
GuruYou'll need: A computer
Free Basic plan gives 10 bids a month with a 9 percent job fee, paid plans from $11.95/mo add bids and lower fees.
PeoplePerHourYou'll need: A computer
Profiles are reviewed within 2 business days and new earnings clear 14 days after the invoice is approved.
FreelancerYou'll need: A computer
Identity verification is required before withdrawing, and your first withdrawal can be held up to 15 days.
Music distribution platforms 4
AmuseThere is no free plan now, the cheapest Artist plan costs $23.99 a year.
CD BabyOne-time $9.99 per single or $14.99 per album, payout within 15 business days of hitting your $25 default threshold, W-9 or W-8 required.
DistroKidAges 13-17 need parent or guardian consent, and you pay the annual fee by credit card.
TuneCoreAges 13-17 need parent consent, artists outside the US sign with Believe International instead of TuneCore.
Ride platforms 2
BoltYou'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence
Phone must run Android 9 or iOS 16 or newer, and Bolt partners can rent you a car if you do not own one.
UberYou'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence, Vehicle insurance, A background check
US drivers must meet the local minimum age and need 1 year of US driving experience (3 years if under 25).
Microtask sites 2
ProlificYou'll need: A computer, A PayPal account
New sign-ups join a demographic waitlist that can take hours or months, and you must verify ID and live in a supported country.
Amazon Mechanical TurkYou'll need: A computer, A tax ID number
MTurk is closing on September 30 2026, so new workers should not sign up, and US persons living abroad were never supported.
Remote job boards 2
1111 Job BankA Taiwanese job board where job seekers register to apply, pay comes from the employer who hires you, not the site.
104 Job BankA Taiwanese job board run by 104 Information Technology, the site blocked automated reading so job seeker rules are unverified.
Creator platforms 2
GumroadYou'll need: A bank account
Listed countries get bank payouts, others PayPal only (no Payoneer or Wise), $100 minimum payout, and US sellers need an SSN.
PatreonYou'll need: A tax ID number
Under 18 needs a parent or guardian's permission, and you must give tax info or Patreon may withhold tax.
Big marketplaces 2
ShopeeLocal seller markets are from Wikipedia because official pages would not load, and seller requirements are unverified.
eBayYou'll need: A bank account
New private sellers get funds 2 to 7 days after delivery, and payouts go to a checking account or debit card, not PayPal.
Marketplaces 2
StockXYou'll need: Products to sell
Sellers must live in a StockX seller country (Pakistan, Nigeria, Egypt and Turkey cannot sell), and items ship to StockX for checks first.
GrailedYou'll need: A smartphone
Must be 16+ (18 in China) and pass a Persona government ID check, and you must connect a payment account before listing.
Stock marketplaces 2
ShutterstockYou'll need: A tax ID number
You need an approved tax form before any payout, and contributors in some countries face a 90-day waiting period.
EnvatoYou'll need: A portfolio or work samples, A tax ID number
New author applications are paused until further notice, when open they need portfolio review (about 30 days), tax info and an ID check.
Tutoring platforms 2
PreplyYou'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset
Profiles reviewed within 3 business days, no certificate needed, but the first trial lesson with each new student pays 100% commission.
CamblyYou'll need: A computer, A webcam, Native-level language skills, Good English
No degree or certificate needed but tutors must be native English speakers and cannot tutor from California, Massachusetts or New Jersey.
Template marketplaces 2
CodeCanyonOfficial Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
ThemeForestOfficial Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
Print-on-demand platforms 2
RedbubbleYou'll need: A computer
Paid monthly by the 15th once you pass the payment threshold, via PayPal or bank transfer (US, AU and UK banks), and inactive accounts can be charged a fee.
ZazzleYou'll need: A computer, A PayPal account
Royalties are paid by PayPal (from $50) or check (from $100) within 45 days after month end, and tax forms are needed.
Bug bounty platforms 2
HackerOneYou'll need: A computer
Under 18 needs parental consent, and payouts need a Veriff ID check plus an approved tax form.
BugcrowdYou'll need: A computer
A Jumio ID check is required before reporting to managed programs, and payouts need a tax form plus bank transfer or PayPal.
Mentorship platforms 2
Clarity.fmExpert applications are reviewed on background, demand and profile completeness, and Clarity keeps a 15% fee on every call.
ADPListMentoring is unpaid volunteer work, applicants need 5+ years of industry experience and only about 30% are approved.
Photography gig platforms 2
FlytographerYou'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 2+ years of paid lifestyle photography experience and conversational English, and only about 3% of applicants are accepted.
LocalgrapherYou'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 3+ years of experience, professional gear with backups, very good English, and you must live in the destination you shoot.
Passive income apps 2
HoneygainMust be 18+ on your own home network (no shared or work networks) and payouts start at a $20 minimum.
GrassYou'll need: A computer
Terms bar minors and sanctioned regions (list not itemised) and rewards are points or tokens with no promised cash value.
Course platforms 2
SkillshareYou'll need: A computer, A portfolio or work samples
First-time teachers must be approved (English-language applications only) and earnings are forfeited while Tipalti payment setup is incomplete.
TeachableYou'll need: A computer, A bank account
No free plan (7-day trial), the Starter plan adds a 7.5% transaction fee, payouts can arrive within minutes of a sale.
Ticket resale platforms 2
viagogoOfficial pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
StubHubOfficial seller pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
Shipping gig platforms 1
LalamoveYou'll need: A smartphone, A driver's licence, A car, A motorbike or scooter
Rules are set per city, in Hong Kong you must be 18+ with a local licence and HKID and own or rent a van, truck or motorbike.
Delivery platforms 1
foodpandaCountry list from Wikipedia because the official site blocks automated reading.
Social platforms 1
YouTubeYou'll need: An existing audience
Partner Program needs 1,000 subscribers plus 4,000 watch hours (12 months) or 10M Shorts views (90 days), and an AdSense account.
Open source funding platforms 1
LiberapayYou'll need: A bank account
41 countries get Stripe bank payouts, the other 71 listed can only receive through PayPal, processor fees average 3 to 5 percent.
Paid blogging platforms 1
MediumOfficial Medium pages blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so Partner Program eligibility could not be verified.
Prize competitions 1
TopcoderYou'll need: A computer
Quebec, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also barred, winners pass an ID check and file a W-9 or W-8BEN, prizes paid within 90 days.
Not available to people in Taiwan (70)
Their official pages list the countries they accept, and Taiwan isn't one of them right now: inDrive, Coople, Superprof, GoStudent, Glovo, Angkas, Swagbucks, Hipcamp, Outschool, Tutor.com, bol, Airtasker, Awign, Rappi, GitHub Sponsors, iFood, Instacart, Bykea, Jumia, Substack, Grab, Mrsool, Deliveroo, Uklon, Bark, Belay, Kickstarter, Lyft, Talabat, TaskRabbit, DoorDash, Flipkart, Gojek, MercadoLibre, Talkspace, Zomato, Boldly, Lazada, Snapchat, Urban Company, Varsity Tutors, Vinted, Daraz, DiDi, Getir, Pathao, Thumbtack, TikTok, Turo, Etsy, Ola, Swiggy, Allegro, Depop, Poshmark, Whatnot, Grubhub, Wolt, Amazon Flex, BetterHelp, Getaround, Coupang, Kiva, Mercari, Rover, Ghost, OfferUp, Vivid Seats, Walmart Marketplace, GoFundMe.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best freelance and gig platforms in Taiwan?
PRO360 for freelancers and service pros finding projects, AmazingTalker for online tutoring, Pinkoi for selling original design goods, and Shopee or Ruten for online shops. 104 Job Bank and 1111 Job Bank list jobs, and Yoxi and LINE GO are local ride-hailing apps.
How do freelancers in Taiwan get paid by international clients?
PayPal works, with withdrawals to an E.SUN Bank account. Wise does not list Taiwan as a destination, and Upwork's Direct to Local Bank does not cover TWD, so Upwork's options for Taiwan include PayPal or a USD wire transfer costing USD 50. Fiverr pays out through PayPal or Payoneer.
Does PayPal work in Taiwan?
Yes, but withdrawals are narrow. PayPal's Taiwan fee schedule lists withdrawals only to E.SUN Bank. Moving a TWD balance to an E.SUN TWD account has no fee without currency conversion, while moving a USD balance to an E.SUN USD account costs 2.5%. Business payments follow PayPal's separate merchant rates.
Can people in Taiwan work on Upwork and Fiverr?
Yes, though payouts need planning. Upwork's Direct to Local Bank list does not include TWD, so options such as PayPal or a USD 50 wire apply, and account names must match your verified Upwork name. Fiverr pays out through PayPal or Payoneer and requires you to be at least 18 to withdraw.
Can foreigners in Taiwan take freelance or gig work?
It depends on their permit. The Taiwan Employment Gold Card, for skilled professionals in ten designated fields, combines an open work permit, residence permit and visa, lets holders work for any company they choose, and lasts up to 3 years. Other permit holders should check their work rights before taking platform work.