The CECC explained that, in consideration of a steady increase in the number of inbound travelers, it would adjust the eligibility criteria for the government's program to cover the medical expenses of people diagnosed with COVID-19 during their isolation period, starting January 1, 2023 (based on the time of diagnosis).

A. The government budget will cover the medical expenses related to isolation and treatment of R.O.C. nationals (regardless of NHI status), non-R.O.C. nationals enrolled in the NHI program, and employed foreign nationals in Taiwan (including blue-collar foreign workers, white-collar foreign workers, unaccounted-for foreign workers, and foreign fishermen employed in Taiwan) during their isolation period.

B. For non-R.O.C. nationals not enrolled in the NHI program, i.e. foreign nationals not mentioned in the above categories, if these individuals are diagnosed with COVID-19 in Taiwan, their medical expenses during their isolation period must be borne by themselves.

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