Can I leave the Schengen zone and come back?


Can I leave the Schengen zone and come back? If you: Spend three months in the Schengen area during any six-month period, you must wait another three months from the last date of departure from the Schengen area before you can apply to enter the Schengen area again without a visa.


What are the exit rules for Schengen visa?

Schengen Visa Exit Rules
  • Your exit from the Schengen area must be on or before the validity date or on completion of your permitted stay duration.
  • If you are exiting the zone with a multiple entry visa, you will be able to re-enter as long as your visa is still valid and that you do not break the 90/180 rule.


Do I have to enter the country that issued my Schengen visa first?

There is no general requirement that you must enter the Schengen Area through the country that issued your visa. Your main destination may be different than your first destination. To prevent complications, stick to your itinerary as best you can.


Which country gives the longest Schengen visa?

Apply for a visa for France, because you will be staying there the longest.


Can I leave the airport with a Schengen visa?

A Schengen Airport Transit visa allows you to stay within the international transit area of a Schengen airport for a maximum of 24 hours. If you plan to leave this area or stay longer than one day, you will be required to apply for a regular Schengen visa instead.


Does Italy give multiple entry Schengen visa?

Yes, Italy does give multiple entry Schengen Visas. There are three types of multiple entry Schengen visas, 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year multiple entry visas. The 1-year visa allows travelers to visit Italy as often as they wish; however, they should not exceed the stay for more than 90 days.


Can I enter Switzerland with France Schengen visa?

Switzerland belongs to the Schengen Area*. If you have a visa issued by a Schengen member state, you generally do not require an additional tourist visa to enter Switzerland or any other Schengen country. Your stay must not exceed 90 days in any 180-day period.


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