Use this Schengen 90/180 calculator to estimate how many days you have left, and whether a planned trip fits the rule.
Past stays in Schengen (entry and exit are counted as full days)
Optional: test a planned trip
Educational estimate only. Border officers and official consulate guidance are the final authority.
What is the Europe 90/180 day rule?
If you are visiting the Schengen Area without a long-stay visa or residence permit, your stay is normally limited to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. This is not “90 days per trip” and not “90 days per calendar half-year.” It is a moving window: every day you are present must still keep your total at 90 days or less over the previous 180 days.
Countries this usually applies to
The rule applies to short-stay travel in Schengen countries. If you move between Schengen states, those days are pooled together. Time in non-Schengen countries generally does not count toward this specific limit.
How this calculator works
- It counts each stay day inclusively (entry and exit dates both count).
- It merges overlapping date ranges so days are not double-counted.
- It computes your used days in the 180-day lookback window ending on your reference date.
- If you enter a planned trip, it simulates each day of that trip to flag any violation date.
Quick usage steps
- Set the reference date (usually today).
- Add all your recent Schengen stays with exact entry/exit dates.
- Click Calculate to see days used and remaining.
- Optionally add a planned entry and exit to test if the trip is compliant.
Common mistakes travelers make
- Using rough estimates: A one-day error can change compliance.
- Ignoring rolling windows: You must stay compliant every day, not just on arrival.
- Forgetting entry/exit are days spent: They count as full days in most calculations.
- Assuming resets each month: The rule does not reset monthly or quarterly.
Practical planning tips
Keep a travel log with passport stamp dates, tickets, and hotel confirmations. Before booking, test several possible arrival dates in this calculator. If you are near the 90-day limit, even a short extension can push you over.
If your work, family, or study plans require longer time in Europe, look into country-specific long-stay visas, residence permits, or other legal pathways. Those programs are separate from the short-stay 90/180 framework.
FAQ
Does this tool replace legal advice?
No. It is a planning aid. Always confirm with official immigration sources and your destination country.
Can I include future trips as “past stays”?
For best accuracy, enter completed stays in the past section, then test one future trip in the planned trip fields. That keeps the logic clean and easier to verify.
What if my travel pattern is complex?
Use exact dates and test scenarios one at a time. For high-stakes travel, get confirmation from an immigration professional or the relevant consular authority.