Schengen 90/180 Reference + Examples
A simplified reference for the Schengen short-stay rule (90 days in any rolling 180-day period).
Reminder: this is a reference page, not legal advice. Always verify current immigration rules for your nationality.
| Example | Planned days in Schengen | Rolling 180-day logic (summary) | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example A (simple) | Day 1 → Day 30 (30 days) | Only one trip in last 180 days | OK | You used 30/90 days |
| Example B (two trips) | Trip 1: 45 days; Trip 2: 50 days within same 180 window | 45 + 50 = 95 | Not OK | Second trip must be shortened by 5 days or delayed |
| Example C (staggered) | Trip 1: 60 days; Exit 90 days; Trip 2: 30 days | At start of Trip 2, earlier days may still be in window | Depends | If first trip days still inside rolling window, you may have limited remaining days |
| Example D (frequent weekends) | Multiple short trips over 6 months | Each day you are present counts | Often surprises | Track entry/exit precisely |
Last updated: 2026-02-05