TWISA
Membership and Applications
Compare eligibility, dues and benefits, then download the application forms for your membership category.
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Who can join
| Membership category | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Tier A corporate | For-profit companies that develop cybersecurity capabilities in-house. |
| Tier B corporate | For-profit companies that develop cybersecurity capabilities in-house, primarily sell or distribute cybersecurity products developed in Taiwan, or act as strategic partners for overseas security hardware or software. Also open to legally established companies, organizations and schools in Taiwan that train cybersecurity professionals. |
| Individual | Taiwanese nationals aged 20 or older who work in cybersecurity services, have two years of cybersecurity industry experience, or hold a relevant certification. |
| Honorary | Cybersecurity professionals in Taiwan or abroad, people with notable contributions or accomplishments in cybersecurity practice, or former TWISA directors or supervisors. Five directors must jointly recommend the nominee. |
| Sponsoring | Legally established entities, research institutes, organizations and individuals in sectors that use cybersecurity in Taiwan. |
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Application materials and fees
| Membership category | Documents | Entrance fee (NT$) | Annual dues (NT$) | Annual sponsorship (NT$) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier A corporate | Application form, valid government certification of cybersecurity capabilities and domestically developed cybersecurity products, and a description of company products or services. | 50,000 | 50,000 | N/A |
| Tier B corporate | Application form, a description of company products or services, and supporting evidence of sales or agency arrangements. | 15,000 | 15,000 | N/A |
| Individual | Application form. | 12,000 | 12,000 | N/A |
| Honorary | Application form. | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sponsoring | Application form. | N/A | N/A | 15,000 |
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Member benefits
| Benefit | Tier A corporate | Tier B corporate | Individual | Honorary | Sponsoring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member representatives | 2 | 1 | 1 | N/A | N/A |
| Networking dinner places | 4 | 2 | 1 | At TWISA’s discretion | At TWISA’s discretion |
| Priority invitations to meetings with industry, government and academia | Included | Included | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Priority event notices and invitations | Included | Included | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Free industry news items in the monthly newsletter | 2 | 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Free member feature in the monthly newsletter | 1 | 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Free promotion listings in the monthly newsletter | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| One year of the monthly newsletter | Included | Included | Included | Included | Included |
| One-page product or company ad in the annual handbook | Included | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Free one-page company profile in the annual handbook | Included | Included | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Print copies of the annual handbook | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| TWISA event booth discount | 10% | 10% | At TWISA’s discretion | At TWISA’s discretion | At TWISA’s discretion |
| TWISA event registration discount | 10% | 10% | At TWISA’s discretion | At TWISA’s discretion | At TWISA’s discretion |
Member programs
| Membership | Visibility | Events | Market development |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member communities on LINE | Member features, updates and event notices in the newsletter | Family days and sports activities | International exhibitions |
| Member introductions on the TWISA website | Annual handbook in Chinese and English | Seminars and forums in Taiwan | Business matchmaking |
| General Assembly and annual July dinner | Promotional material, videos and brochures | Domestic exhibitions and co-organized programs | Overseas delegations and inbound visits |
| Member elections every three years | Joint promotion | Media collaborations and coverage | Introductions to distributors |
| Cybersecurity policy and investment updates | Promotion of member events | Support for member events | Joint exhibiting in the Taiwan cybersecurity pavilion |
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Before you apply
TWISA accepts applications by post. Use the form for your membership category and enter accurate information. The association handles member information for membership purposes.
- Include the signed application form and Membership Data Collection and Declaration form.
- Corporate applicants must include documents for their tier, such as evidence of government registration, product or service information, or proof of sales or agency arrangements.
- Corporate members may appoint one or more representatives according to their tier. Contact the Secretariat to update company or representative details. A departing representative who serves as a director or supervisor must resign from that position.
- The Board reviews applications. New corporate and individual members pay the entrance fee and annual dues after approval.
- Membership begins on the first day of the month in which annual dues are paid. The association sends renewal notices about one to one and a half months in advance.
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Application forms
Corporate member
Application form
Individual member
Application form
Honorary member
Application form
Sponsoring member
Application form
Membership Data Collection and Declaration
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How to apply
- Complete the application and declaration, sign or stamp them as required, and mail the originals with the supporting documents to the TWISA Secretariat.
- Wait for the Secretariat to confirm the Board’s approval and send payment instructions. Your application is complete once TWISA confirms payment.
- After sending payment by bank counter or ATM transfer, provide the last five digits of the account you paid from.
TWISA Secretariat, 8F., No. 328-3, Sec. 1, Jianguo S. Rd., Da’an Dist., Taipei City 106, Taiwan
Bank: Taipei Fubon Bank, Taipei 101 Branch. Bank and branch code: 012-6890. Account: 8212-0000-0004-47. Account holder: Taiwan Information Security Association. Unified business number: 88105562.