1. What is the 90/180 Schengen Rule?

The Schengen Area allows visa-free visitors to stay for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period. This is calculated as a rolling window - for any given day, you look back 180 days and count your total days spent in the Schengen Area during that period.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator evaluates your planned stay against the 90/180 rule:

Where:

• Previous stays — Any days spent in Schengen Area in the 180 days before your planned entry
• Planned stay duration — Days between your planned entry and exit dates

Explanation: The 180-day period is a rolling window, not a fixed calendar period. Each day is evaluated based on the previous 180 days.

3. Importance of Tracking Schengen Days

Details: Overstaying can result in fines, deportation, or future travel bans. The rules apply to the entire Schengen Area, not individual countries.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your planned entry and exit dates. For more accurate results, include any previous Schengen stays in the last 6 months (one per line as entry to exit dates).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Does the 90-day limit apply per country or for the whole Schengen Area?
A: The limit applies to the entire Schengen Area collectively, not to individual countries.

Q2: How is the 180-day period calculated?
A: It's a rolling 180-day window - for any given day, you look back at the previous 180 days.

Q3: Do entry and exit days count as full days?
A: Yes, both entry and exit days count as full days in the Schengen Area.

Q4: What happens if I overstay?
A: Overstaying can lead to fines, deportation, and bans from future Schengen travel.

Q5: Are there any exceptions to the 90/180 rule?
A: The rules apply to visa-free visitors. Those with visas or residence permits may have different conditions.