How long can you stay in the Netherlands as a visitor?


How long can you stay in the Netherlands as a visitor? If you want to stay in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days, you may need a residence permit. In many cases you will also have to apply for a long-stay visa before you travel to the Netherlands. This visa is also called an authorisation for temporary stay (MVV).


How is the 90 day rule monitored?

The 180 days are calculated as a rolling period which you can count backward from your entry or exit date in the Schengen. Basically, count back 180 days and see how many of those days you've spent in the Schengen zone; if you're over 90 days, you've broken the 90/180-day rule.


Can I stay in the Netherlands for 6 months?

If you want to stay in the Netherlands for longer than 90 days, you may need a residence permit. In many cases you will also have to apply for a long-stay visa before you travel to the Netherlands. This visa is also called an authorisation for temporary stay (MVV).


What is the 6 month rule for Schengen?

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.


How do I get a long term visa for Spain?

Application Steps for a Spain Long Stay Visa
  1. Complete the Spain national visa application form. There is one application form for short-stay visas and another for long-term stays. ...
  2. Collect the required documents. ...
  3. Make a visa appointment. ...
  4. Attend the visa interview. ...
  5. Submit your biometrics. ...
  6. Pay the visa fee.


How long can I stay in Spain as a EU citizen?

For the avoidance of any confusion, most EU nations are members of the Schengen area, which comprises 26 countries, but not all of the countries in Europe are members of the EU. That is why only European citizens from the 26 Schengen nations can enter Spain without a visa and stay for 90 days.


Do I have to leave Europe after 90 days?

First, let's understand the rule: The Schengen law states that you can't stay in the Schengen Area for more than 90 days. If you do, you're subject to a fine and possibly deportation and being banned from re-entering the Schengen Area.