1. Program Regulations

(1) The programs are conducted mainly in English.  All participants must have fair English language proficiency to benefit from the programs offered.

(2) Any candidate interested in participating in a program should forward the completed Application Form to The ADOC Secretariat through the Taiwan Embassy/Consulate (General)/ Representative Office in its country.

(3) Certificates will be issued to participants who successfully complete their programs.

(4) Participant reports need to be submitted in accordance with the requirement of The ADOC Secretariat programs.

(5) Participants may not bring any family members, friends or pets to Taiwan. Otherwise, the additional expenditures and arrangements should be their responsibilities.

(6) Participants should return to their home country soon after completion of their programs.  Any additional expense or risk incurred due to a change of flight schedule will be the participants’ responsibility.

(7) The ADOC Secretariat may terminate a Fellowship extended to any participant, as well as his/her participation, if he/she:

A. is found guilty of serious misconduct;

B. is found to be engaging in political activities or any form of employment for profit or gain;

C. is found to have unsatisfactory performance during the program:

D. drops out of the program without following proper procedures and obtaining approval from The ADOC Secretariat;

E. is found in violation of such instructions or conditions as may be stipulated by The ADOC Secretariat and the agency sponsoring the program in respect to the program;

F. is found to be mentally or physically incapable of participating in the program actively, or is repeatedly absent from the program without prior permission;

G. is found to be absent for a period of 5 days, without approval from The ADOC Secretariat and the agency sponsoring the program;

H. is found to be unable to participate fully due to language deficiency.

2. Program Advisory

(1) Pre-departure

A. Confirmation of Your Participation:

Please fax the Letter of Invitation and Acceptance with your signature to The ADOC Secretariat through the Taiwan Embassy/ Consulate (General)/ Representative Office in your country.

B. Passport:

Make sure you have a valid passport (good for at least 6 months before its expiry date) or travel document. You or your employer should bear any expense incurred for this purpose.

C. Quarantine:

Check with the health authorities about inoculations or vaccinations that may be required and obtain them with the necessary certification. You or your employer should bear the expense involved.

D. Visa Application:

When applying for a visa to Taiwan, the Letter of Invitation and Acceptance must be presented.  Upon receiving the visa, check to make sure that it is the appropriate one and covers the entire duration of the program in Taiwan. Please note that the visa fee (third country visa fee) will be borne by the participant or his/her employer.

E. Air Ticket:

Please refer to “Fellowships for Participants” Part 1 （2）.

F. Confirmation of Flight Schedule:

The Taiwan Embassy/Consulate (General)/ Representative Office will inform you of your confirmed flight schedule. Please keep in touch with that office for help and advice.

G. Cancellation:

If you have to cancel your participation, please inform the Taiwan Embassy/Consulate (General)/Representative Office accordingly.

(2) Arrival at CKS International Airport

A. Your arrival date should be within 1 or 2 days before the opening ceremony of your program. If your arrival is unduly delayed, The ADOC Secretariat reserves the right to cancel your participation and air ticket (if issued).

B. Upon arrival at CKS Airport, the coordinator will arrange a shuttle bus for you to the hotel.

C. The program manager from The ADOC Secretariat will welcome you at the hotel.

(3) Program Period

A. A program coordinator will be responsible for taking care of participants.  If you have any problem or difficulty in living and learning, please contact the coordinator first.  The coordinator will, if necessary, convey your difficulty to the concerned parties for further assistance. 

B. Please set a good example by attending all sessions punctually and attentively. If you must be absent from the program for some important reason, advanced permission must be obtained from the agency sponsoring the program or The ADOC Secretariat project manager. Poor attendance may result in the termination of your participation, which means you may have to refund in full the amount paid for your allowance, board, lodging, and airfare.

C. During the program period, all matters related to the program will be settled in accordance with The ADOC Secretariat’s rules and regulations; The ADOC Secretariat’s decision will be final, and will be implemented accordingly.

D. Please devote most of the time during your stay in Taiwan to the program only. Please make sure that you do not engage in any employment, business, or political activities.

 (4) Program Completion and Evaluation

A. Your performance will be evaluated by the faculty and parties involved in implementing this program. You, as a participant, will also be asked to evaluate the program, so that improvements can be made in future programs.

B. A certificate will be issued to you when you have completed the program successfully.

(5) Return

A. You are expected to return to your home country upon completion of the program.

B. If your departure date from Taiwan is within 2 days after the closing ceremony of the program, the coordinator will help you to reconfirm your flight during the final days of your training.

C. If you are to leave for your home country immediately following the closing ceremony, the coordinator will arrange a shuttle bus for you to the CKS Airport.

D. Any additional expense or risk incurred due to extension of your stay, and any changes in your flight schedule, will be your own responsibility.

E. After going back to your country, please visit the Taiwan Embassy/ Consulate (General)/ Representative Office for completing your workshop participation.

 (6) The ADOC Secretariat Alumni Society

   The end of the program is the beginning of a new phase for you. After returning to your country, it is The ADOC Secretariat’s hope that you will

A. put the knowledge and skills you have gained to work in your employing organization;

B. help your organization to disseminate the knowledge you have gained through seminars, training programs, discussions, etc.;

C. keep in touch with us and remain in contact with the Taiwan Embassy/Consulate (General)/ Representative Office in your country to participated in the activities of The ADOC Secretariat Alumni Society in your country.