Non-EU workers may gain longer stays in the Schengen area under a new EU proposal—a significant shift from the standard 90/180-day rule.
The European Union has announced a plan to extend the 90-day visa-free rule for certain non-EU workers within the Schengen zone. This proposal would allow eligible workers to stay longer than the standard 90 days in any 180-day period, a major change for remote workers, contractors, and business travelers who currently must leave and re-enter to reset their clock.
The extension targets specific categories of non-EU workers—likely including digital nomads and intra-company transferees—though the exact eligibility criteria remain under discussion. If adopted, this could eliminate the need for frequent border runs or visa applications for many expats working in Europe.
Non-EU workers may soon stay longer in Schengen without the 90/180-day reset.
The timeline for implementation is not yet confirmed, so check with your national immigration authority or the EU's official channels for updates. If you fall into a potentially eligible category, monitor your country's immigration website for guidance on how to apply or register once rules are finalized.
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