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Vietnam Was the Largest Source of Foreign Students in Taiwan

Vietnam supplied 32.2% of overseas students; total foreign enrollment was 123,190.

Demographics
Vietnam Was the Largest Source of Foreign Students in Taiwan: Vietnam supplied 32.2% of overseas students; total foreign enrollment was 123,190.

What the Data Shows

Taiwan’s international-student mix shows how recruitment has shifted toward Southeast Asia. Foreign enrollment reached 123,190 in 2024, close to its pre-pandemic benchmark, and Vietnam supplied 32.2% of overseas students. The origin split matters because international recruitment is also part of Taiwan’s talent and labour strategy.

Data table

Vietnam 32.2%
Indonesia 13.2%
Malaysia 7.9%
Japan 7.1%
Hong Kong 5.6%
Other 34.0%
Foreign students 123,190

Data notes & caveats

Origin counts are derived from rounded shares and should be treated as approximate. China is grouped into Other in the graphic to keep the stacked share within six segments.

Methodology

Uses reported 2024 foreign enrollment total and MOE-reported origin shares. Approximate origin counts are derived by multiplying the 123,190 total by each share.