The European Union is considering allowing certain non-EU digital nomads and remote workers to stay longer than the standard 90 days in any 180-day period.
The EU has announced a plan to extend the 90-day visa-free rule for certain non-EU workers, particularly digital nomads and remote workers who are not employed by EU companies. This would be a significant change to the Schengen 90/180 rule, which currently limits visa-free stays to 90 days within any 180-day rolling period.
The proposal aims to make the EU more competitive for remote workers and digital nomads by allowing longer stays without requiring a formal visa. The specifics—which countries would be eligible, what income thresholds apply, and how long the extended stays would be—are still being finalized.
The EU is considering allowing certain non-EU digital nomads and remote workers to stay longer than the standard 90 days.
If you're a digital nomad or remote worker currently relying on the 90/180 rule to move between Schengen countries, this could change your planning significantly. Watch for official guidance from your country's immigration authority once the rule is finalized. In the meantime, continue tracking your days in the Schengen zone carefully and consider applying for a digital nomad visa in a specific country if you plan to stay longer than 90 days.
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