If you’re staying in the Schengen Area without a visa, you might be wondering how long you can legally remain here. The good news is — there’s an easy way to find out!
The Visa Calculator by the European Commission helps you track how many days you’ve already spent in the Schengen Zone and how many you have left before reaching the 90-day limit within a 180-day period.
Whether you’re travelling, visiting friends, or waiting for your residence permit to be approved, this tool helps you avoid overstaying your visa-free period and potential fines or entry bans.
What Is the Visa Calculator and How Does It Work?
The Visa Calculator is an official online tool provided by the European Commission.
It allows you to calculate how many days you can stay in the Schengen Area without violating the so-called 90/180 rule.
Simply enter your entry and exit dates, and the calculator will automatically show whether your stay complies with the limit.
The tool is FREE to use, does not require registration, and works for all Schengen countries — which means it gives an accurate overview even if you’ve travelled between several EU states.
Example How the 90/180 Rule Works
Let’s say you entered the Schengen Area on June 1 and left on July 20. That means you spent 50 days in the Schengen Zone.
A few months later, you plan another trip starting on October 10. To check if you can enter again, the Visa Calculator will look back 180 days from October 10 — and count how many days you’ve already spent in the Schengen Area during that period.
If your total stay is under 90 days, you’re good to go! If it’s 90 days or more, you’ll need to wait until some of your previous days “expire” before entering again.
Don’t Risk
Keep an eye on your remaining days and plan your trips carefully. The Visa Calculator is one of the easiest ways to stay compliant with EU immigration rules and avoid unnecessary trouble at the border.
If you’re unsure about your situation or waiting for your residence permit decision, you can book a FREE 15-minute consultation with immigration specialists, who will help you evaluate your options and next steps.
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Source of text: visa-calculator.com
