The EU is planning to let some non-EU workers stay longer than the standard 90 days in 180 days—a meaningful shift if you're working remotely or on assignment in Europe.
The European Union has announced plans to extend the 90-day visa-free rule for certain categories of non-EU workers, moving beyond the standard Schengen 90/180-day limit that applies to most third-country nationals. The specifics are still being finalized, but the proposal targets remote workers and professionals on temporary assignments who don't fit traditional work-visa categories.
If you're a digital nomad, consultant, or remote employee working for a non-EU company, this could mean longer stays without needing a formal work permit. The catch: you'll need to qualify under the new criteria, which the EU is still defining. Until the rules are published, assume the 90/180 rule still applies to you—don't overstay on the assumption that an extension is coming.
The EU is moving to let certain non-EU workers stay longer than 90 days in 180—but the details are still being written.
Watch for official guidance from the European Commission and your country's immigration authority. Once the rules are live, you'll likely need to prove your employment status and income to qualify.
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