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Schengen 90/180 Calculator: Track Your Visa-Free Days in Europe

 

Traveling to Europe is a dream. Calculating your visa allowance is a nightmare.

 

If you are a tourist from the US, UK, Canada, Australia, or any other visa-free country, you must follow the Schengen 90/180 rule. It sounds simple, but the math gets tricky very fast.

 

You cannot just count 90 days and leave. You have to account for the "rolling window." Mistakes here are expensive. A simple calculation error can lead to fines or a ban from entering Europe.

 

We built this Advanced Schengen Calculator to solve that problem. It does the math for you, so you can focus on your trip.

 

How to Use This Calculator

 

Stop trying to do the math in your head. Here is how to get an instant answer:

  1. Add Past Trips: Enter the entry and exit dates of any trips you took to Europe in the last 6 months.

  2. Set Future Entry: Pick the date you plan to arrive in Europe next.

  3. Get Your Status: The tool instantly tells you:

    • How many days you have left.

    • The exact date you must leave.

    • If you have already overstayed.

 

What is the 90/180 Rule? (And Why It Confuses Everyone)

 

The official rule states: You can stay in the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

 

Most people understand the "90 days" part. It is the "any 180-day period" that causes confusion.

 

It does not mean 180 days starting from your first entry. It does not reset on January 1st. Instead, it is a rolling window.

 

Imagine looking at a calendar. Pick today. Now, count backward 180 days. In that specific timeframe, you are only allowed to be in the Schengen zone for 90 days total.

 

Tomorrow, the 180-day window shifts forward by one day. A day you spent in Europe 181 days ago "drops off" your record and gives you a free day back.

 

The "Rolling Window" Made Simple

 

Think of it like a moving conveyor belt. As new days arrive, old days fall off the end.

  • The Myth: "I can stay 90 days, leave for a week, and come back for another 90 days."

  • The Reality: No. You usually have to wait 90 days outside the zone to get a full reset.

 

Our calculator simulates this rolling window day-by-day to give you the exact date you can return.

 

List of Schengen Countries (2026)

 

The 90-day limit applies to the entire zone collectively. Moving from France to Italy does not reset your counter.

Here are the 29 countries where your days count toward the limit:

  • Austria

  • Belgium

  • Bulgaria

  • Croatia

  • Czech Republic

  • Denmark

  • Estonia

  • Finland

  • France

  • Germany

  • Greece

  • Hungary

  • Iceland

  • Italy

  • Latvia

  • Liechtenstein

  • Lithuania

  • Luxembourg

  • Malta

  • Netherlands

  • Norway

  • Poland

  • Portugal

  • Romania

  • Slovakia

  • Slovenia

  • Spain

  • Sweden

  • Switzerland

 

Important: The UK (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland), Ireland, and Cyprus are not in the Schengen Zone. Time spent there does not count toward your 90-day limit.

 

Strategies to Stay in Europe Longer

 

If you want to stay in Europe for more than 90 days without a long-stay visa, you have to be strategic. You need to mix Schengen countries with non-Schengen countries.

 

The "Schengen Shuffle"
Travelers often pause their 90-day clock by visiting neighbors like:

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  • United Kingdom & Ireland

  • Cyprus

  • Turkey

  • Albania, Montenegro, or Serbia (The Balkans)

 

By spending time in these countries, you stop adding days to your Schengen count. Old days continue to "fall off" the back of your rolling window, eventually freeing up space for you to return to the Schengen zone.

 

Use the "Future Entry" feature on our calculator to see exactly when you have recovered enough days to re-enter.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What happens if I overstay my Schengen visa by 1 day?
It is risky. Border guards scan your passport upon exit. If the system flags an overstay, even for one day, you may face a fine (often €500+), immediate deportation, or a ban from re-entering Europe for 1 to 3 years. It also leaves a permanent mark on your record, making future travel difficult.

 

Does the 180 day period ever reset completely?
It does not reset on a specific calendar date. It is always rolling. However, if you spend a full 90 consecutive days outside the Schengen area, your counter effectively clears, allowing you to return for a fresh 90-day trip.

 

Does a day trip count as a full day?
Yes. The rule is based on dates, not hours. If you enter at 11:50 PM, that counts as Day 1. If you leave the next morning at 12:10 AM, that counts as Day 2.

 

Can I extend my 90 days if I have an emergency?
Extensions are extremely rare. They are usually only granted for severe medical emergencies or force majeure (like a natural disaster preventing travel). You cannot extend it simply for tourism.

 

Do Bulgaria and Romania count towards the 90 days?
Yes. As of March 31, 2024, Bulgaria and Romania joined the Schengen area (Air and Sea borders). Time spent in these countries now counts toward your 90/180 limit.

 

Is this calculator accurate for ETIAS?
Yes. When ETIAS (the new travel authorization system) launches, the 90/180 rule remains exactly the same. This calculator works for current visa-free travel and future ETIAS travel.

 

⚠️ Important Disclaimer

 

This tool is a free calculator designed for planning purposes only. It is not an official government tool and does not constitute legal or immigration advice.

 

While we use the precise logic defined by EU regulations, border control officers have the final authority on entry and exit. Always allow a safety buffer of 2-3 days before your limit expires to account for flight cancellations or delays.

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