Jeffrey Gamble

Review of Canadian Trade Office in Taipe...

I've been there three or four times. The security ...

I've been there three or four times. The security guards (hired locals with a vague grasp of English, but no French) are generally useless. The case officers who deal with renewals are generally very friendly, efficient, and helpful. I arranged an envelope for new passport delivery in advance (more expensive, but faster). The website mentions 60 NTD worth of stamps, but that information can vary. Change was also readily provided since I did not have exact change.

Positives: excellent service by actual consular staff, comfortable waiting area, speed of service (edit: renewed passport arrived about two weeks earlier than expected)

Negatives: useless security guards, hassle of traveling to Taipei, ONLY morning hours, obtuse website with vague and inconsistent directions (edit: the guards are still clueless and useless, where do they find these fools?)