Get Up to NT$5,000 in Energy-Saving Subsidies for Air Conditioners, Refrigerators, and Dehumidifiers! 4 Common Mistakes Many People Make—Avoid These or Risk Losing Your Rebate

Great news for households planning to upgrade their home appliances! The Bureau of Energy, Ministry of Economic Affairs, has announced the extension of the 'Residential Appliance Replacement Energy-Saving Subsidy' program. Until December 31, 2026, if you replace your old air conditioner or refrigerator with a new Class 1 energy-efficient model and complete the recycling process for the old unit, you can directly apply for a subsidy of NT$3,000 per appliance. When combined with the Ministry of Finance’s energy-saving appliance goods tax reduction, the total savings per appliance can reach up to NT$5,000.

How to Apply for the Residential Appliance Replacement Subsidy: Eligibility and Requirements

The 'Residential Appliance Replacement Energy-Saving Subsidy' extension by the Ministry of Economic Affairs extends the appliance purchase deadline to December 31, 2026, and the subsidy application deadline to January 31, 2027. The purchased appliance must be brand new, and the brand and model must be registered on the Bureau of Energy’s 'Energy Efficiency Rating Label Management System' website.

Eligible appliances include Class 1 energy-efficient air conditioners and refrigerators. For split-type air conditioners, the number of outdoor units determines the subsidy count. Each qualifying product receives a NT$3,000 subsidy, and there is no limit on the number of applications. Applicants can choose between online submission or mailing paper forms. For mail applications, all required documents must be sent via registered mail to 'Post Office Box 8-17, Banqiao.' The postmark date will determine the submission time.

Required documents for subsidy applications include: the original application form, a copy of the applicant’s ID or residence permit, a copy of the applicant’s financial institution savings account cover, and a copy of the residential electricity bill (non-commercial use) for the installation address. The invoice copy must include the product model number, must not contain a business tax ID, and the purchase date must fall within the specified period. Additionally, a copy of the product warranty and the third copy of the Environmental Protection Administration’s 'Waste Four Major Appliances Recycling Slip' (with the recycling date) must be submitted.

How to Stack the Ministry of Finance’s Goods Tax Rebate: How Much More Can You Save?

In addition to the NT$3,000 subsidy from the Bureau of Energy, consumers can also apply for the 'Energy-Saving Appliance Goods Tax Reduction' offered by the Ministry of Finance. This policy does not conflict with the Bureau of Energy’s subsidy, and both can be claimed simultaneously. The goods tax reduction application deadline has been extended to December 31, 2029, but applications must be submitted within six months from the day after purchase.

The goods tax reduction applies to brand-new, energy efficiency Class 1 or Class 2 inverter air conditioners, refrigerators, and dehumidifiers. Applications can be submitted online via the 'Ministry of Finance Tax Portal' section. Applicants can log in using a Natural Person Certificate, National Health Insurance card, or simplified identity authentication (no card reader required). Paper applications are also accepted—complete the application form, attach supporting documents, and mail or deliver them to any National Taxation Bureau office. Required information includes the seller’s tax ID, invoice serial number, appliance brand, model, and machine number.

Where Do Applicants Commonly Make Mistakes? The North District National Taxation Bureau Lists 4 Frequent Errors

Although the tax rebate is attractive, the North District National Taxation Bureau warns that many applicants face document supplementation requests due to unfamiliarity with regulations or incorrect data entry, delaying their rebate receipt. The bureau has compiled four common error patterns and urges applicants to pay close attention.

The first is 'late application'—if the application is submitted more than six months after the purchase date, the system will not accept it. The second is 'mismatch between buyer and applicant'—if the invoice includes the buyer’s tax ID, the application must be submitted by that taxpayer. If the rebate recipient does not match, the payment cannot be processed.

The third issue is 'refund account problems or missing uploads'—for online applications using simplified authentication, direct deposit to a designated account is required, so uploading the savings account cover is mandatory. The account holder’s name must exactly match the applicant’s name. The fourth is 'duplicate rebate applications'—each qualifying energy-saving appliance can only be claimed once; duplicate submissions will be rejected.

The tax bureau recommends using the online application system. If multiple appliances are purchased on a single invoice, they can be processed together. After submitting via simplified authentication, ensure the system has issued a 'receipt number' and sent it to your email—only then is the application considered complete.