How does the 90 180 day rule work?

According to the 90/180-day rule, non-EU/EEA nationals can stay in EU member states of the Schengen Area for a maximum of 90 days within any 180-day period. The rule applies to cumulative stays within the Schengen Area and is calculated backward from the date of entry.



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Is the UK 180 day rule per visit or per year? The 180-day rule for UK visitors applies per visit, not per year. Under the visitor rules, an overseas national can cumulatively stay for more than 180 days in any 12-month period over the course of two or more separate trips.

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If you wish to be in Spain for longer than 90 days every 180, you must apply for a visa before you enter the country. There's a variety of visa options for both short and long-term stays. Read about long-term Spanish visas.

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You must have spent no more than 180 days outside the UK in any 12 months. If you think you're affected by this rule, the Home Office has guidance about how to calculate your time in the UK ('continuous residence').

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