The European Union has announced plans to extend the 90-day visa-free rule for certain categories of non-EU workers, potentially easing the rigid Schengen 90/180 framework that has long constrained digital nomads and remote workers.
Immigration & Visas
EU extends 90-day visa-free rule for certain non-EU workers
New flexibility on the Schengen 90/180 rule could ease repeated border crossings for eligible remote workers and digital nomads.
EU flexibility on the 90/180 rule could reshape how digital nomads move through Europe.
The current rule allows non-EU citizens 90 days of visa-free travel within any 180-day period across the Schengen zone. The proposed extension targets specific worker categories—likely including remote workers, digital nomads, and other professionals—though the exact eligibility criteria have not yet been finalized. This is still in the planning phase, so details on which nationalities and professions qualify, implementation date, and how to apply remain unclear. If you're a remote worker or digital nomad currently cycling through the 90/180 window, keep an eye on official EU announcements for the final rules.
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