SCHENGEN Rules | How to Stay in Europe Longer than 90 Days (Avoid the 90/180 Schengen Rule)

[@davesmith3906]

France and Sweden will issue you with a 1 year tourist Visa. This will enable you to travel with in the EU for 1 year, - There is a cost, but that cost maybe cheaper than booking flights to a non Schengen country for 90 days. Just thought I would let you know.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Dave. Question, we know that other countries like Portugal will extend your visa but won't allow you to leave the country unless it's non Schengen. Is that not true for France and Sweden? Cheers 🍻

[@DANIELJRAINEY]

We’ve been going in and out of the Schengen for 1 year while waiting for a citizenship by descent appointment in Italy. We both retired from US in January 2022, sold everything and bought a sight unseen apartment in Italy. We have a small dog with us, which makes travel more complicated. We can travel to the Balkans but not to the British isles with the dog, at least not by plane. In 2022: we arrived in Italy and saw our purchased apartment for the first time, we travelled to Croatia and Montenegro from February to April for 90 days, back to Italy for 2 months, then to Cyprus for 3 months. Our citizenship appointment changed, so we couldn’t return to Italy until End of January. We went to Croatia from November 1 until December 15, but had to leave because Croatia enters the Schengen on January 1, 2023. Now we are in Sarajevo, Bosnia and will re-enter Italy with 90 days on our visas (because Italian bureaucracy requires 90 days for citizenship processing). We are excited to start short trips to Schengen Locations!

[@BrianandCarrie]

WOW! That is a lot of moving around! We loved our short stay in Sarajevo and hope to get back to Bosnia one day. Thank you for watching and safe travels!! Cheers!!🍻

[@daylightdaylight6612]

Why do you keep coming to Europe? Is the USA no longer good?

[@DANIELJRAINEY]

@@daylightdaylight6612 the U.S. is good, but the world is big. We had a chance to experience a new area!

[@daylightdaylight6612]

@@DANIELJRAINEY why coming to the EU, there are other continents that are much better.

[@DANIELJRAINEY]

@@daylightdaylight6612 like where?

[@TheSchiffReport]

once in Spain or Portugal just hop to Morocco (outside the Schengen area and super cheap) and then hop back into the Schengen area anytime you want to....

[@BrianandCarrie]

We actually considered heading over to Morocco but decided on Romania. We used all of our 90 days so can't come back into Schengen for another 90 days. Cheers!!🍻

[@TheSchiffReport]

@@BrianandCarrie there are also two Spanish enclaves inside of Morocco , you can land cross from there for a day trip and return back to Spain/Schengen area in a day ....I know many people doing it ....

[@BrianandCarrie]

They may be doing it but it does not reset the Schengen clock. You have 90 days out of 180. That doesn't mean you can't go back and forth. It is really pretty simple...

[@TheSchiffReport]

@@BrianandCarrie well so is going to Romania , I just thought that going to Morocco from western Europe is way cheaper and closer than going all the way to Romania , isn't it ?

[@BrianandCarrie]

We didn't want to be in Morocco for three months (90) days in the middle of summer. Remember, we cant re-enter the Schengen area for 90 days. Being in Romania we can go to Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Bosnia, and a few others without entering the Schengen and still be in Europe. Your original comment was implying we could head to Morocco and come back to the Schengen area the next day and we would be good to go. That's not the case. The fact that we chose to head to the Balkans has nothing to do with your original comment.

[@BE-More1111]

You do such a great job with your channel. As my husband and I ready ourselves for a similar journey beginning in the spring of 2023... I find myself coming back to your channel for resources. Thanks so much!! And CHEERS! 🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much! Exciting about your upcoming travels! Cheers 🍻

[@cl2385]

"Fun fact for Americans, France has a separate treaty with America so "technically" you can stay in France for 90 more days after your initial 90 days in the schengen area, but this is a gray area that I personally did not want to test. This applies for Germany too. German Immigration and customs informed me that I just need to leave the schengen area for 1 day (after my inital 90 days) and I can come back for 90 more days in Germany. Again, this is for American citizens and their separate treaties with France and Germany." Just don't forget your day crossing the Schengen/Non-Schengen border into whichever EU country you decide, that day counts as both your last day in AND your first day out,

[@BrianandCarrie]

Correct, there are treaties in place with several countries depending on your passport. You can also apply for a visa extension. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@daylightdaylight6612]

one should be more careful not to use this loophole; normally one is only allowed to stay maximum 90 days in a 180 day period.

[@Telluwide]

Nice channel! Subscribed! I don't understand why these countries in the EU but outside of Schengen are so eager to join. Their uniqueness and the ability for travelers to use them as a way to get out of Schengen is a big part of their appeal especially for tourism. However, I guess many countries do see the value in longer term travelers, especially with the whole remote/digital nomad movement, that they're now coming out with these digital nomad visas more and more. Well, I guess I just answered my own question))))Thanks, looking forward to more of your videos as well as binge watching many of your previous ones)))

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching our channel!!! I think one of the reasons is the transporting of goods is less expensive if you are in the Schengen. Prices go down and the cost of living for locals is more manageable. That's the idea anyway. Thank you again!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@jameshaddan8538]

Just a note, the UK, at least at the moment, does not require an ETIAS type form. I was just there during April and May - no type of documents required beyond passport. During COVID, like many countries it had an online passenger locator type form which had that information, but it went away this spring. I even had to complete that form during a transit stop at LHR in July 2021 (Milan to LAX). It wouldn’t surprise me if the UK adopts some sort of new ETIAS form though, it’s really not a big hassle, and as you say, it’s an effort to make travel safer.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, James! Correct, for most countries you don't need anything but your passport to enter the UK. It wouldn't surprise us if that were to change either that were to change. Thank you for watching and safe travels. Cheers!!!🍻

[@richardalexander130]

I really don't know how much safer I think it's negligible I thing it has more to do with tax

[@hey12542]

I'm sure I read somewhere that the UK plans to have a ESTA type system in place by 2025. Cannot remember where I read that though.

[@grassytramtracks]

@@richardalexander130 for the 7€ ETIAS, the fee doesn't even cover the cost of administering the system

[@monkeyboy2297]

@@richardalexander130 definitely a tax, travel has always been safe as long as you do your research, it's just another form of control for people who want to be " nannied " by the state, they already have the information they need on biometric passports

[@danlouisesrideacrossameric3041]

Informative video, thanks! In case it hasn't been commented, Croatia joins Schengen on Jan 1, 2023. We are in Croatia now and it is spectacular:) Part of our 5 month tour of Europe

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Dan and Louise! We will be in Croatia next week for two months and very excited!! Thank you for watching our channel! Cheers!!!🍻

[@cl2385]

Too bad for Croatia, I guess they don't want the tourist dollars!

[@TheAreksen]

@@cl2385 They want whats best for their citizens! The freedom to move anywhere in Europe for thier citizens is more important than what turists want!

[@CMEAGAIN]

Very Useful info. I've a British Passport but with Brexit we are only allowed 90 days in he Schenghen Zone. Luckily i qualify for an Irish Passport so ill be applying for that soon, Cheers 👍👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Does the Irish passport have fewer restrictions than the British passport? Niether are in the Schenegen area. 🍻🍻

[@alexhogarty4962]

@@BrianandCarrie Yes, as Ireland is in the EU it’s free travel within the EU but you need your passport when entering the Schengen zone. The reason we’re (I’m Irish) not in Schengen is because the UK decided not to join Schengen way back. And then because Ireland has a land border with the UK we instead have a free common travel area between Ireland and the UK. We also don’t want a complex land border on the island of Ireland because of the Northern Ireland peace process etc. So with an Irish passport you have the best of both worlds… no travel or work restrictions in the EU or the UK.

[@alexhogarty4962]

@@BrianandCarrie by the way, love your videos! Travelling to Montenegro and Albania soon and they’ve been really helpful. Dying for the beer 😂

[@BrianandCarrie]

So with an Irish passport, you can move freely within the Schengen, EU, and UK?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you!! We are always dying for the beer!! Romania has the beer scene figured out!! Loving it here!!

[@steviehandsome4712]

You guys should look into getting residency in a EU country. Portugal is probably the most easily attainable, but there are other options.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will probably pursue options when we decide to stop traveling. Portugal, for now, is probably one of the easiest.

[@steviehandsome4712]

Yeah, but if u get residency now, then u don’t have to worry about 90 day Schengen stuff, and u can travel worry-free throughout Europe

[@Xrpxlm7]

@@steviehandsome4712 so if I get residency in Portugal, can I live and stay in any Schengen country freely without the 90 day rule?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes!

[@Xrpxlm7]

@@BrianandCarrie am I given the residency permit right away? Or is there a wait period before I can do as I please in the Schengen zone? Thank you

[@christopherhartley6900]

Gibraltar is also an option for a non-EU territory which is warm, and, outside of Schengen

[@BrianandCarrie]

That is very interesting! 🤔 Good take! Cheers 🍻

[@siamodyssey]

I think your title is somewhat misleading. You’re not avoiding the Schengen rule, you’re complying with the rule but staying in Europe. Also, I would always check your country of Origin state department website.

[@poronkieli]

Yes, you're right. And the rules are not new either.

[@LisaSoulLevelHealing]

Agreed. Thought i would find something different.

[@dogasesleri5837]

Hey there, nice video and informative although the title is misleading as you still comply with the 90/180 rule for Schengen zone having to go out of Schengen to another country and you do not avoid that rule. All the best :)

[@dream.lifestyle]

Those 3 links in your bio are really good, keep up the great work guys

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@Trixtys]

Just a tip for anyone who is a new zealand or australian citizen. Some countries have visa waiver agreements so that you can spend 90 days in a 180 day period regardless of time spent in other schengen countries. These countries (for australian citizens) include austria, belgium, denmark, finland, france, germany, iceland, italy, luxembourg, netherlands, spain, norway and sweden. For nz citizens it is the same along with czech republic, greece, portugal and switzerland aswell.

[@saigonexile531]

There are countries in Schengen in which Americans can get around this rule due to special agreements with the US, usually dating from post-WWII. Example, you could spend 90 days in Germany and technically would have to leave. You could then go to the NL (I think is one of the countries) spend 90 days 'outside' then go back to Germany if you wish. You can spend a year or more doing this.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, you are correct. Many counties have treaties that would allow longer stay in any given country. You can also apply for an extended visa in most if not all Schengen countries. Thank you for the information and for watching. Cheers!!!🍻

[@offmana]

I dont see anything that states this.

[@bradhorwitz2214]

Very informative - thank you!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Brad!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@thumbodyelse21]

gosh I have been to Europe on and off for months over the years. Never had to worry about this 90 day rule. I was in Germany and the UK for 2 years flying aound and never had an issue.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Not at all surprising that you didn't have any issues. We sometimes wonder how they would know in some places if they don't ask you or scan your passport. Unfortunately in the world, we live in today things are changing. Thanks for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@jorgerojas1576]

Another great video. Thank you

[@leatolofua6216]

New Zealanders have bilateral agreements with many countries in the Schengan which allows them to be in several countries, each of them for up to 3 months over and above the 90 days in the Schengan. So we could be in Spain for up to 3 months, then up to 3 months in France, then up to 3 months in Germany etc... just one more reason to love being a Kiwi ❤️

[@BrianandCarrie]

Must be nice being a Kiwi!! 🙂We will get to New Zealand someday! Thank you for watching Lea! Cheers!!!🍻

[@bepreparedforwhatscoming4975]

I don’t think you understand you’re laws properly. US Canada Australia have the same if not better agreements than NZ. Once your in schengen area your 90/180 countdown begins. That won’t work if you do France and Spain 6 months straight.

[@leatolofua6216]

@@bepreparedforwhatscoming4975 I do understand the rules. Here is an excerpt of the bilateral agreement waiver from our government website: However, New Zealand has bilateral visa waiver agreements with the below listed individual countries in the Schengen area. These visa waiver agreements allow New Zealanders to spend up to three months in the relevant country, without reference to time spent in other Schengen area countries. The European Commission has confirmed that these agreements continue to be valid. These agreements thus effectively override the Schengen area restriction (which would otherwise apply to New Zealand passport holders) of no more than 3 months out of a 6-month period in the Schengen area as a whole. The countries with which New Zealand has bilateral visa waiver agreements are: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. You can, therefore, move visa-free among the above countries for periods of up to 3 months in each country.

[@leatolofua6216]

@@bepreparedforwhatscoming4975 as you can see - we can effectively spend three months in the above countries, over and above the Schengen. The NZ passport is a valuable thing to have if you are a traveller. If you’d like more information please see the govt website: www.mfat.govt.nz/assets/NZ-Embassies/Switzerland-GENEVA/Border-controls-in-Europe-Schengen.pdf

[@olixz]

Wow that's great.

[@MacTravellers]

Great tip on the Schengen calculator!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you!

[@loriday9625]

Thanks for the info. Nice to have a lot of info in one place. We are looking to escape the winter in Nova Scotia and have Portugal on our list for 3 months. Never thought about Romania but it’s on the list now! Great videos 😀

[@BrianandCarrie]

Portugal is perfect for the winter months especially coming from Nova Scotia! We are from Bellingham WA. just across the border from Vancouver, we understand rain!! We are really amazed at Romania, we were excited to come here but more than we expected!! Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@robertcroft8241]

When I was at School I was taught that Spain and Portugal in Winter were Warm Wet and Windy. The Atlas Mountains Marrakesh to Agadir separate the cold North from the Warm South. I recommend Tarroudant for a Winter Stay.

[@JohnKayaRCK]

Hi, First time watching your video, nice video and just to share some info idk possible I am wrong but I would also check this out. I think you also have some other options in EU instead of going that far, " U.S. citizens can enter Denmark for up to 90 days out of any 180 day period, regardless of time spent in other Schengen countries prior to entry into Denmark. " (I think there are few other countries allows this Italy, France, Latvia, Norway, Poland. )

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, John! Yes, there are ways to stay longer with bilaterial agreements depending on your passport.

[@GVan1953]

What's wrong with traveling through Georgia and Albania? That will eat up some of your 180-day rotation time. Plus they're inexpensive and you can use the train.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We spent 5 weeks in Albania and had a great time.

[@AndresHincapie2230]

Hey! Thanks for sharing that valuable information! I entered Croatia in October and stayed there for a week, I wonder if that affects the 90 days rule since I’ve been in Switzerland and I’m staying here until early January, by the time I leave the Schengen area it’s gonna be 87 days. Thank you in advance!

[@BrianandCarrie]

You should be ok being that you are still under the 90-day limit.

[@theruggedtravelers]

Well, you aren't really avoiding the Schengen rules, you are following them and staying on non-Schengen countries also in Europe.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Correct, we are avoiding the 90-day rules by following them. We have had so many questions about how we are able to stay in Europe for more than 90 days. Many, we have found, don't know the differences between Europe, the EU, and the Schengen area. Hopefully, we explained it well enough. Thank you for watching. Cheers!!!🍻

[@valentinchiriac9117]

There are borders. Try to cross on the field. See if you can. And it's VERY passport oriented. Passport it's the mostly ID accepted. Go to a hotel or try to rent a car.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, passports are very much used for hotels and if stopped that's for sure. Cheers!

[@valentinchiriac9117]

@@BrianandCarrie When anybody goes to a foreign country, he (she) must register with the police. Kindly, hotels do that. Sleeping in a van, on the bushes (not on a camping) ? You have to go to the police yourself to register.

[@valentinchiriac9117]

Da' ce mers de bulangiu ai, te trazneste in cap !

[@davidkonst8858]

If you want to stay in Europe past the 90 days, is it always necessary to apply for a visa to visit a country outside the Schengen Zone or can you just show up at a border (Croatia, for example) and tell them you’re visiting? And if a visa is required, how far in advance would you suggest that someone apply for a visa to a country outside the Schengen Zone? It seems you’ve been able to manage while travelling in Europe, but just curious as to how much advance planning is necessary.

[@BrianandCarrie]

With most passports, you can just show up. For example, we left Portugal and arrived in Romania early last month, we can stay in Romania for 90 days with no visa. We will be in Croatia for 60 days and we don't need anything but our US passports and we can stay for up to 90 days. Your passport gets scanned when you arrive and when you leave so the border agents know how long you have been in the country. The only advanced planning required is our accommodations. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching! Cheers!!!🍻

[@davidkonst8858]

@@BrianandCarrie That’s very helpful. Thank you.

[@cookmaster3626]

If you have called it quits to work or retired and want to travel around Europe, using the 90/180 day rule you explained is the most economical and easy way (dont have to travel back and forth to US after every 90 day stay). This been on our mind as an alternative to a possible Portugal D7 visa. The benefit of 90/180 rule and shuttling between Schengen and non Schengen is that you dont stay in a specific Schengen country long enough to be a tax paying entity of that country and avoids the complications of filing Taxes there too on top of our dear Uncle Sam. Personally i would prefer to buy a small condo in a country may be Portugal / Spain to call it a home base and spend bulk of the less than 180 days there and travel around. This way you are free of 2nd country tax filing and yet have your own place in Europe to call your home when you need a break. Europe is getting tighter and who knows this new ETISA may be an indirect way to track the stay habits of 90/180 rule users and tighten the rules and may be even make you a Tax paying entity of some sort in Schengen zone. So far as you explained this is the best way to stay outside US enjoy the low cost of living and yet have a great time traveling Europe. Cheers!

[@BrianandCarrie]

All great points, CM!! Thank you for everything you add to this channel!!!

[@emerdigiorgio3594]

Actually,the first six European countries of the Common Market,preceding the EU are: Germany,France, Italy,Holland,Belgium and Luxemburg.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for the information, Emer! Cheers!!!🍻

[@devilwearsprada45]

Hello Brian and Carrie, i will say i am so lucky to come across your video which is a recent update for how to go around in Europe as an American tourist. This is my first time and i want to know how will be the best way to go through borders there Train or buses? Any documents needed specifically? I will be glad to have any kind of tips. I am in the decision making process. Thank you guys

[@BrianandCarrie]

All you will need is your passport when going in and out of the Schengen area and it is very easy. You won't have any problems. Safe travels. Cheers!!🍻

[@devilwearsprada45]

@@BrianandCarrie thank you so much for the reply. Understood

[@oldachyrunner]

Good stuff! Thanks! Fyi - I've been missing Pointers & Pints! Can I consider this the official relaunch? 😉🤞🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

We should!! When we have worthy content we will most definitely relaunch Pointers and Pints!!😆

[@oldachyrunner]

@@BrianandCarrie Sounds good! The main thing is enjoy your travels! And I'm happy to see that you are most definitely doing that. 🙂 I'll be here watching whether you put out one video or two videos per week, or seven! 😅 Love you guys! Thanks again for the continued great content and inspiration! See you on the next one. Cheers! 🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

That really means a lot!! We are enjoying doing this but it is a lot of work, so we really do appreciate the support!! Thank you!!

[@rjh2772]

How did you get around the forced vaccine.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We chose to get vaccinated.

[@rjh2772]

@@BrianandCarrie we’ll be praying for you both

[@BrianandCarrie]

Please do regardless! 😀

[@kelliecox-riede7432]

I have not been able to travel internationally yet, as an adult, but hope to some day soon. One of my concerns is safety. What are your contingency plans for having to rapidly leave a country or region in the event of civil unrest or general hostilities toward foreigners, especially for Americans? When I was a child, we had to flee the Middle East and I still remember the trauma of that, although I don’t know what was involved in getting out. If you’ve been in a Schengen area up to your max allowance and cannot re-enter, but there are no safe areas nearby to enter and you cannot find an immediate flight home, what can/should you do?

[@BrianandCarrie]

There are always what ifs no matter where you are in the world. It's best to travel smart as you can, let people know of your where abouts and be registered on your government website. Worrying about things we can't control is pointless.

[@kelliecox-riede7432]

@@BrianandCarrie Thank you! I didn’t know about the need to register with my government. Great info! I also meant to ask about the ease of getting prescription medications. I have several RX and our insurance won’t allow more than a 30 day fill at a time, so this might be difficult in some regions. Any advice on that?

[@martylovejoy]

Not sure why you suggested in the title of your vid that there are “new Schengen rules”? The Schengen Agreement began its practical implementation in 1995 and hasn’t added to its membership countries since 2011.

[@BrianandCarrie]

The ETIAS being emplemented in 2023 are the new rules. We discussed this in the video. We also discussed the possibility of other countries joining the Schengen area as soon as January 2023. Croatia and Romania for certain. Not understanding the confusion.

[@kcsnew]

First time into your beautiful channel, instantly liked and subscribed. We do have US passport and have some dream plans of visiting different destinations in Europe to start with extended stay like you folks staying about a month or two. My question if you could share or point me to some videos if you already covered as where to stay if you plan on for a month or longer. How do you search and plan your location in different cities ? Do you take temporary rentals or Airbnb ? Any tips or guidance based on your experience will help us plan our trips. Thank you and cheers 👍

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you so much for the support. We mostly stay in Airbnb, we did a short video on what to look for when booking. We will leave the link below. We tend to stay someplace within walking distance of the sites that we would want to explore without spending too much money. We also stay in one region for as long as possible, taking busses or trains to our next country of choice. We try to fly as little as possible. Hopefully, this answers any questions, and thank you again for the support. Cheers!!!🍻 kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4nNoWOmZreNf6c

[@kcsnew]

@@BrianandCarrie Thank you for the quick reply, will check out your link, much appreciated 👍

[@rebeccar4312]

Just heard that the May 2023 start of needing an ETIAS waiver has been postponed to November 2023. Here is my question-what if a US citizen is already in Europe at the time the waiver requirement goes into effect? Then what? The waiver application is needed to enter Europe, but what if someone is already there in October 2023, with the intention to stay for 90 days....???

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, it has been moved to November. I would guess that if you are in before it goes into effect then you should be fine. Good question... Cheers 🍻

[@EquuleusPictor]

Looks like Croatia, Bulgaria, Romania and Cyprus will join the Schengen Area on Jan. 1, 2023

[@BrianandCarrie]

Sounds like a strong possibility, especially with Croatia. It will a little more difficult moving forward for us non Schengen to move around. There is still Bosnia, Turkey and a few other in the region to discover! Thank you for watching! Cheers 🍻

[@worldtravelventures]

Love the video and all of the good information that you guys provided and Im also jealous lol.... Im retiring in 6 years,but def plan to follow in your footsteps.I have a question and Im sure its been asked before,but Im just trying to wrap my head around the concept of the Schengen rules.So lets say I fly from the US to France and live there for 90 days.I must leave and I cant come back in 180 days ? I was thinking that I could simply fly into France,stay 90 days,and then go England for say 4 months and then reenter the Schengen at the end of those 4 months.Am I on track or no ?? Also,if I was to live in France for 3 months and say I decided to fly to Japan,Indonesia,and maybe Thailand for say 6 months,can I then enter the Schengen at that time coming from a non European country ? Thanks ahead of time for your help

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Jeff! If you fly into France and stay for 90 days you then have to leave for 90 days before re-entering. As long as you don't stay in the Schengen for more than 90 days out of a 180. You could stay in France for 60 days, go to the UK for 30, and re-enter the Schengen for another 30. Check out the Schengen calculator link we left below. It will do the work for you!🙂Thanks for watching! Cheers!!!🍻

[@davewilliamson4357]

So what if a person were to stay out of Schengen altogether. I'm considering going to Romania for 90 days, then either Bosnia or Serbia for 90 days before trying to return to Romania. Your best guess, do you think that is possible?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Those countries are not in the Schengen so you would be fine.

[@davewilliamson4357]

@@BrianandCarrie Okay, good to know! Thanks so much for the info!

[@SlimTortoise]

ETIAS is now going live November 2023, They have been putting it back from the start of 2020 when it was first going to be introduced so major delays and problems so far.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yeah, we read that a couple days ago. Of course, we read that after we launch our video.😆 We even looked again on the official site and it says Jan. 2023 to May 2023. 🙄Thank you for pointing this out!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@SlimTortoise]

​@@BrianandCarrie No worries, I can see them putting it back again or at least having problems with some border points, Some country's in the EU are better than others as you will know. The UK/Ireland are a good way to avoid the 90 day limit, but as you say it rains a lot. Lucky for me as a third country national I have French residency so can travel withing the Schengen area limit free.(There is a legal 90 day limit outside France for me, but without passport stamps and land border checks it's impossible to enforce. Little known fact is all EU citizens also have a 90 day limit outside the country they live in but again hard to enforce, Although I have read of countries in the EU deporting other EU Nationals for over staying the 90 limit. as if they don't register as resident after 90 days they are classed as over staying. But again it's a grey area and hard to prove most of the time. Great info, thanks guys. Enjoy Europe, take a RV trip it's great and cheap if done in a certain way. ;-)

[@BrianandCarrie]

This is great information. We do wonder how some crossings are enforced. For example, if we were to get a visa extension to stay in Portugal for an extra 90 days, why can't we skip over to Spain for the weekend? Who would know? Like you said, impossible to enforce. Thanks again. Cheers!!!🍻

[@minookalantari]

Thank you

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!

[@raulperez6890]

How do you maintain peace of mind regarding your health while traveling in Europe? For example: an unexpected medical emergency like a fall resulting in a broken bone or appendicitis.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Paul. We use Cigna Global health insurance and you will find health care around Europe and most parts of the world are on par with the US. Thank you for watching! Cheers 🍻

[@raulperez6890]

@@BrianandCarrie Thank you so much for the response. My wife and I just subscribed to you today. We are considering retiring to Alicante and saw your video earlier today.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Raul. Alicante is a great choice for retirement! We will be back someday! Cheers!!!🍻

[@SNOWDONTRYFAN]

note next year ! Travellers from 63 world countries, who are eligible to enter the Schengen Area visa-free, will have to apply for a travel authorization before their trip to any of the 26 Member Countries by May 2023, when the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) is set to become fully effective.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We covered that in the video!!!

[@MyExpatDiary]

Nice video. UK doesn't have this kind of thing by the way

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, unfortunately, the UK is not in the Schengen. However, for those of us that need to leave the Schengen, we can come to the UK!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@hebdomatical6013]

This is not a trick question, but is the 90/180 day rule for a person or for each citizenship? Let me clarify: I have US citizenship and UK citizenship, both passports. My thinking is that I could stay 90 days as a US citizen and then 90 days as a UK citizen. Negating the requirement to leave the Schengen.

[@BrianandCarrie]

From what we understand it is for a person. Your passports are linked. Now how they can monitor this we have no idea but know that one person gets 90/180.

[@hebdomatical6013]

Darn, it was so easy before Brexit.

[@ptewilks2634]

in and out of andora they dont stamp out going only in

[@BrianandCarrie]

Good to know!! Thank you!! Cheers!🍻

[@newsmonger77]

Doesn't seem fair. The UK allows EU citizens to stay for up to 6 months at a time! Should be reciprocal. Don't they want tourist €€€€€€?

[@Croisette81]

Tnx !👌👏

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!

[@patoshea5351]

Suggest issues of present regulations for the U.K..on retirement and short stay?..Home Office issues

[@BrianandCarrie]

We haven't traveled to the UK yet so not familiar with the regulations. Cheers!!🍻

[@mrsjuliemasse]

Which Schengen calculator do you use?

[@BrianandCarrie]

We just Google search and pick one. Thay all work well.

[@DM-hd4xm]

Great info thank you, in Greece I had to ask for an extension beyond the 90 days, however I had to provide with proof of funds, medical insurance etc. obtaining a medical insurance might be a problem if you are changing countries every 90 days, I understand Medicare covers you only in the US. and not in Europe.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We use Cigna Global so we are covered but yes, it is a process from what we understand. Thank you for the comments and for watching our channel!! Cheers!! 🍻

[@DM-hd4xm]

@@BrianandCarrie thank you so much for the info, we appreciate it, safe travels and good luck to both.

[@marcosbolanos4522]

What are the passport restrictions for a US citizen when entering the shengen zone. I have been reading , 6 months prior to expiration.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Marcos, that is correct. Most countries require 6 months as well. Cheers!!!🍻

[@sujith_soman]

How much money did you start with while starting your decision of travelling the world?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Sujith, we don't discuss our personal finances but will say we have a lot less than you might think. We did a Q&A video last week that you may be interested in for more details. Thank you for watching! Cheers!!!🍻

[@ezioauditore3128]

Croatia is likely to join Schengen in 2024.

[@BrianandCarrie]

It is looking like early 2023 now.

[@waakomedia9861]

I have questions I am holding Canadian passport if I go to Europe for 90 days the first country I enter in did they stamps my passport and each country need to stamps my passport or only the first one

[@BrianandCarrie]

You will only get stamped on entry. There are no border checks from country to country within the Schengen. You will also get stamped from where you exit the Schengen.

[@steven-k.]

Okay so piece of advice as you're clearly not immigration lawyers. The main thing they're looking for at a POE is that you have non-immigrant intent, i.e. you're a legitimate visitor. If you lack non-immigrant intent they won't let you in for one day, let alone 90. If you're flagpoling frequently after 180 days that is a red flag. As Americans, you're not likely to run into a problem because you have money and it's a wealthy country, but people who are younger and from other countries definitely would. ETIAS is a way of linking together entry records, so they will be able to keep better track of entries and thus you're more likely to run into this problem. Different countries in the Schengen Area have different degrees of enforcement, but imx the ones that are the toughest are Denmark, Hungary and Switzerland. One situation I see come up a lot when people are questioned is that they went "home" for Christmas or to a wedding etc., which a huge red flag because you're basically admitting that you don't live there. My advice is to carry documentation with you that clearly establishes that you live in your home country. Tax records, bank statement, sources of income, title deed to your home, etc. The law in pretty much every country requires you to have a home in another country that you have no intention of abandoning in order to enter as a visitor.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Steven, you clearly didn't understand the premise behind the video. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment. Cheers 🍻

[@steven-k.]

@@BrianandCarrie The premise is: "how to stay in Europe longer than 90 days". You're essentially giving legal advice.

[@BrianandCarrie]

No, we are explaining the differences between Europe, the EU, and the Schengen and how not all European countries are in the Schengen area and, made it clear that based on your passport your requirements may differ so be sure to research what your passport requirs. We also left links so you can do your own research. Thank you for your insights. Cheers!!!🍻

[@scottmannebach1284]

What do you do for health insurance?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Scott. We use Cigna Global. Cheers 🍻

[@normanbrown3833]

The UK doesn’t require an ETIAS or any equivalent.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Many countries need a visa to enter the UK. ETIAS won't go into effect until now November 2023 for Schengen countries. Not the UK..

[@hichamn8373]

Best solution 90 days Morocco say Tanger 🇲🇦 next to europe then back 90 EU ! It’s like europe higher quality of food and luxury tourism but not expensive and complicated.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Morocco is definitely on our list! We will be heading to Turkey this year but Morocco may be in 2024. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@BrianandCarrie]

We look forward to visiting both!!

[@hichamn8373]

@@BrianandCarrie Morocco has hospitality and ease of life for the western citizens… just apply for residency and you get it ( you just need proof of income from whatever in Morocco or if retired from your country )

[@mikadjordjevic6775]

The ETIAS visa is now starting in November 2023. After 3 months in Schengen country can I leave Schengen country for two months and re-enter the Schengen country for another one month?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, ETIAS has been moved back to Nov. You can not re-enter until you have been out for three months, so no you can after only 2 months. It is best to use the Schengen calculator in the link below. It is really useful. Thank you for waiting! Cheers!!!🍻

[@wajbazz]

I'm quite confused. Once I reach my 90 day limit in Schengen, can I go to somewhere like Serbia, where it isn't listed on Schengen I believe so it wouldn't add to my 90 days I think altho it is in europe. And do I need this 'Schengen Visa' for that? I'm from the uk so I don't think I need that visa from my research?

[@BrianandCarrie]

You are correct. Once you have used your 90 days you can go to a non-Schengen country for 90 days before returning. The "visa" isn't paper our digital. In 2025 there will be an ETIAS document that you will have to fill out.

[@wajbazz]

Thanks for the help, subscribed! However I didn't understand your visa response 'paper our digita'l? So I am able to go to Serbia or Montenegro for example without this visa and simply on my British passport? Thank you @@BrianandCarrie

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, there is no document that you carry with you. The boarder checks when you enter and leave the Schengen area are sufficient.

[@jorgerojas1576]

Do yo think its worth it to get the the visa for retirees or just leave after three months and go back?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Jojas. We personally want to travel. The day may come that we decide to stop for more than three months but for now, we would not be interested in getting a long-term visa. Cheers!!🍻

[@judypowell2444]

Hi aunt Carrie it’s Skye

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Sweetie.....miss you so much 💕💕

[@smburc1]

Hi, does anyone know the overstay fines or bans if one overstays in the Schengen area, thanks

[@BrianandCarrie]

We have heard you can get banned from the EU for up to 5 years.

[@enjoyslearningandtravel7957]

@@BrianandCarrie possibly also they can call you a resident and tax you in some EU countries!!

[@archiebald4717]

So, there is no way to avoid the 90/180 days rule.

[@epicmadnesss]

Hi, I am from the UK. What if I'm travelling travelling back to Norway having used 88 of my 90 days travel days, and stay over the 90 limit due to visiting dying family member in Norway? As long as I inform the passport control upon arrival of my intentions would they allow me to stay for 2 weeks over the 90 days if I already have a return date booked. What are the consequences if I do that even though I've informed them

[@BrianandCarrie]

That would be a question for passport control. I would ask the question before arrival. I'm sure there is a way to stay longer under such circumstances.

[@epicmadnesss]

@@BrianandCarrie thank you so much for your reply. Is there any contact number for passport control? Or should I just travel and ask the question when I arrive at the gate and tell them of my plans. Or when I come back with 13 days overstayed I just tell them about my relative and hopefully they won't fine /ban me?

[@BrianandCarrie]

I would contact the UK Consulate and ask them. You may be able to get some information on their website.

[@apm9323]

Come to Bulgaria🇧🇬

[@BrianandCarrie]

We will be there some time with in the next two years. Cheers!!!🍻

[@andre1987eph]

Somehow whenever anyone mentions the word “Covid” in these KZbin adventure videos my brain shuts down. I end up changing the channel soon thereafter. I don’t know. 🤷‍♀️ 😂

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hmmm...but you took the time to write this comment? 🙄 Cheers!!!🍻

[@raunholt1234]

Portugal will extend your visa for 3 mount but you have to stay in Portugal

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, we may be doing this within the next couple of years. Thanks, John. Cheers!!!🍻

[@alizaalcantara5051]

Hello mam sir, i need help in my next visa application. Because my last visit we did a mistake my boyfriend book the ticket and we over forseen the duration of my stay. My visa validity is 1 month but my duration is 15 days but my boyfriend though that the day i leave which is the 16th day was not counted on the duration. Then i found out i was over stay. 😔 i need help on how can i explain it in a nice way to the IO the next time i will apply for visit visa again? It was an unintentionally and honest mistake 😔

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great question and such an easy mistake to make. Many people don't know they need to count the day they are leaving as part of the allowed time. If you've already overextended I would suggest talking to the border agent at the airport and letting them know what happened. As each country is different on where they want you to go for your visa questions (police station, SEF office, Etc.) it's hard to say where you would need to go. Best of luck in resolving this.

[@evasco1979]

So you don't "avoid" the rule, you "comply" with it :)

[@BrianandCarrie]

We do avoid it, by complying 🙂

[@enjoyslearningandtravel7957]

@@BrianandCarrie good way of stating it and practical. :)

[@aliceburian3]

Are you guys in Sibiu?

[@BrianandCarrie]

We were in Sibiu last week. We will have our video on Saturday. Cheers 🍻

[@jameslarue4190]

I'm getting a VISA so I am good! lol

[@BrianandCarrie]

Too soon for us! We have a world to explore first!! 😀

[@2005CessnaPilot]

With the weak EU economies and the wealth of the U.S. traveler, this 90/180 day Schengen Zone policy should be reconsidered by the EU. There are already talks of Digital Nomad visas coming. Also, with the money we give to support Europe with money and troops for NATO, money to Ukraine, etc. U.S. and Canada residents should be given more open access. This would do more for economic stimulus than any economic panacea they could dream up. Plus the USD is so strong. Give it a couple more years of their weak economies and inflation and it will look obvious to do this. Once they lose Chinese travelers-who were big spenders- for a longer time-they will be open to modifying these policies.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Dean. We are hoping policies changed in the near future, it would sure make things easier. We are looking into digital nomad visas. More and more counties are coming up with this type of visa so taking advantage may be a great idea. Thank you for your comments and for watching our channel!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@mikefish8226]

That's a pretty retarded take that shows you know literally nothing about the EU or economics. You give Americans everywhere a bad name with your ignorance which is a shame.

[@RaduRadonys]

That's kinda condescend coming from an American, just remember the US is not what it used to be anymore, EU will soon be number one and the US might be lucky to be in top 5 entities. Also, thanks for the money you are giving us, it's well spent on beers and vodka ;) really appreciated.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That's actually really funny! 😆 We are loving the European beer!!! Cheers to good beer and vodka!!

[@2005CessnaPilot]

@@BrianandCarrie Prost, Skol....and the like to you both! Remember: One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer?....You know when your MOUTH's getting dry...you're pretty HIGH. George Thorogood: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXXJYXytjdSCo7s

[@tlily9975]

Arrive on a dingy

[@danensis]

End up in Rwanda!

[@polinailiev9061]

Go to Bulgaria;

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great Idea! Thank you for watching and commenting. Cheers!

[@PopescuSorin]

hopefully Romanian will join the Schengen area by year's end

[@BrianandCarrie]

We would rather they not!! 😀We love it here and want to stay!! Is Romania that close to the Schengen statice?

[@PopescuSorin]

@@BrianandCarrie the prime minister said that he hopes Romania joins the Schengen area this year... but i wouldn't hold my breath X-) *wishful thinking*

[@BrianandCarrie]

Well, we are really enjoying our time here in Romania. We just arrived in Sebes today and headed to Cluj on Monday. Such a beautiful country!

[@ovidiumarianbudulean1851]

@@BrianandCarrie Romania - country design for tourism with....less tourists...

[@BrianandCarrie]

So true!!!

[@jamesblazen3023]

I hope you have international health insurance or you could be very sorry.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We do, James. That is one of our most asked questions. We use Cigna Global. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@corneliushfc4370]

Stop flying everywhere, we would like to see some sun in the Uk and Northern Europe but with all tour digital office work uses flying all over the place you are leaving us in your cloudy wake.

[@BrianandCarrie]

We only fly twice a year. 🙄

[@changingscripts]

Exactly My husband and I were in Germany job hunting when the pandemic hit. We didnt want to leave Europe so we accidentally turned into digital nomads and have spent time in Albania, Croatia and now Romania (how we found your videos) between W. European countries. Back and forth,90,90,90. Hoping in 2023 we find a way to settle in one of these places The digital nomad visas have a rsther high income level but we're trying. Thanks for your videos, they are delightful and informative

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching!!! We will have to check out your podcast! Cheers!!!🍻

[@JacquelineRomano]

@@BrianandCarrieI have heard mixed ideas of what the Schengen rule is. I have heard that if you leave for 90 days (to equal 180 from the first entry date), you’re fine. I also heard the 180 days is on a rolling basis. I stayed 83 days May 25, 2023-August 14, 2023… left to US and then returned December. I’m assuming that means I can stay another 90, but am confused. What have you found to be the accurate assessment of the 90day? Am I good to go?

[@ninavn7789]

Turkey is also a good option even though it's not an absolute European country more like Middle East. Only a short and affordable flight from Europe. Americans only require e-visa to enter Turkey. Weather is great in the South/Southeast coast in the wintertime. Very cultural and affordable living

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, Turkey is absolutely on our list! Thank you! Cheers 🍻

[@johnkeith1964]

This has been posted before, but seems like a good time to repost that US citizens can reside in Albania for up to a year and reenter after 90 days. Here is what is posted on the US Embassy’s webpage: “U.S. citizens may stay in the Republic of Albania for up to one year without a residence permit. When you enter the country, a border and migration officer stamps your passport with the entry date. (Lately, it has come to our attention that they do not stamp passports because the record is entered electronically in their systems. If this is the case, we suggest you save your boarding pass or ticket as evidence of your entry to Albania for later use.)” “To “restart the clock” on the one-year time limit, you must depart Albania and remain out of the country for at least 90 days in order to re-enter without a residency permit. Shorter trips outside of Albania during your stay do not lengthen or re-set the one-year limit.”

[@BrianandCarrie]

Nice!! When we were in Albania in Feb. the talk was that Albania was going on a 90-day visa. The ex-pats and locals were hoping that wouldn't happen. Good information!! Thank you!! Cheers!!🍻

[@OrganicFreedom]

Very informative! I look up to both of you as my mentors! Thank you very much :)

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you for watching and for the kind words!! Cheers!!🍻

[@MikeS29]

I have dual citizenship (U.S. and Italy), so I don't have to worry about it as an EU citizen, but my husband has only U.S. citizenship, so probably an important thing for us to track if our residence is based in the U.S. ~Thanks for these videos!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Michael, for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@rjh2772]

So if you and your husband decide to move to Italy for whatever length of e before returning to the US he has duel citizenship because he is married to you.have dual citizenship b

[@grassytramtracks]

@@rjh2772 not all countries automatically hand you citizenship just because you're married to a citizen

[@shannonprinzo3846]

@@rjh2772 The husband would not automatically gain citizenship. He would need to apply and depending on when they were married, he may also have to pass the B1 language test to qualify. However, if they were to move to Italy, he would be able to apply for a visa that would essentially give him the same rights as his dual-citizen spouse, but he still needs to go through the proper channels.

[@vernonwunsch3204]

Good video again. FYI- ETIAS has now been delayed to November 2023

[@BrianandCarrie]

Really!? Thank you for adding this!! We spent all this time researching!!! 🙄 Cheers!!!

[@vernonwunsch3204]

@@BrianandCarrie Just read yesterday that they made the change

[@BrianandCarrie]

Damn it!! We did our research on Thursday!!😆 Thank you for the update! Cheers!!!🍻

[@martina5923]

I just found your You Tube channel and this fabulous episode a year later. I'm so glad I did! My family and I are planning to go to Europe with the intention of possibly living there. My husband is American, while I have dual citizenship ( US & Germany ). It has been years since I have been in Europe- long before the SCHENGEN came into being. The information that you have provided here has been invaluable, so I thank you!

[@BrianandCarrie]

This is so great to hear, thank you so much. We weren't aware of the Schengen either.... It sure makes for a fun game of hoping around. Thanks so much for watching and happy and safe travels 😊

[@daylightdaylight6612]

Why coming back to Europe? the US is the land of milk and honey or not anymore? Europe is also not the continent of milk and honey, we have also a lot of problems.

[@naziahussain3777]

Great video. ETIAS introduction date has moved to November 2023.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Yes, it has been moved back to Nov. Thank you for the update for and watching our channel! Cheers!!!🍻

[@JuneK618]

I’m so happy I stumbled upon your channel. I’m an American who’s been traveling around on and off in the last 5 years. You guys are now one of my go to couple for some travel tips. I appreciate your contents and thanks for sharing. I hope to cross path with you guys one of these days. 🥰

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, we really appreciate the comments! We would love to someday meet up and have a beer! Cheers!!!🍻

[@JuneK618]

@@BrianandCarrie Oh that would be lovely☺️

[@delsiag.7226]

Thanks guys! We’ve been wondering about this for awhile! Never got around to asking you. Love your video’s, they’re always entertaining and informative!

[@BrianandCarrie]

Thank you, Delsia! Ask any question at any time!! Our Q & A video will be out tomorrow. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!🍻

[@markmark35]

We are in Belgrade, Serbia. We have been here 11 months. We just leave after 3 months for 1 week and return. They have not stopped us yet. I read that it can be done easy enough. Belgrade is great also.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Serbia is not in the Schengen so can be used to stay in Europe, Belgrade is on our list to explore sometime soon. We are always looking for ways to stay in any one area without taking any risk and not breaking any laws. Thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@Lbegiss]

Why haven’t your taken advantage of the Bilateral agreement with different countries that let you stay an extra 90 days once the 90 days is over ? For instance Denmark

[@BrianandCarrie]

We havent needed to at this point. We may look into doing so if we find ourselves wanting to stay longer in a county. Thanks for watching. Cheers!!

[@mark_a]

Thanks for all your interesting videos. Have you looked at the Poland SCHENGEN policy for US citizens? I understand that a US citizen can stay in Poland for up to 3 months (90 days), leave for 24 hours then return to Poland with the time spent in Poland (3 months in this case) not counting towards your 90 days out of 180 day stay rule in the SCHENGEN area countries, effectively allowing you to stay in the SCHENGEN area fulltime. This may be helpful for full-time travelers wanting to stay in the SCHENGEN area over their 90-day limit.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That is very interesting. We were not aware of Poland's policy. Portugal has something similar as well. It will also depend on the border agent on duty that day!! We have heard about agents not fully understanding all the intricate rules.

[@aussiecapitalist614]

Never heard of that one but bilateral agreements preceding and over riding Schengen allow US citizens to stay in France, Italy, Poland and Denmark for an extra 90 out of 180 days regardless of previous time spent in Schengen countries, it's on Wikipedia under visa requirements for USA citizens, as for people ignorant of this, including border security in those countries and airline employees, that's another story.

[@knowledgewisp]

I can confirm with the Poland's bilateral agreement. I have stayed in Poland for 3 years leaving every 88-90 days or so, coming back each time without any problems.

[@aussiecapitalist614]

@@knowledgewisp Very good, can you confirm which border you cross into, is it air or land? and how long you stay before returning to Poland?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great question Aussie. Also, do you have any documentation to show if questioned? We have heard stories about border agents that are unaware.

[@lancehood2075]

Thanks so much for this video. We're planning a two part trip to Europe in 3 years. The first with a base in Ireland for a year (with jumps to different spots via cheap flights) and then last 6 months traveling through Southern Europe. We never learned about this rule until watching your videos. This rule impacts our plans for the last 6 months. Time to replan! Balkans, here we come.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi Lance! The Schengen rule definitely makes you move around a bit more, that is for sure. In hindsight, we were so thankful that it made us look at areas that may not have made our list to travel to right now - Romania is a must! Safe travels and thanks for watching 😊

[@marktrvls1218]

Nice video, probably the UK will never join the Schengen so US citizens will always be able to go there even if it is wet cold and expensive. Romania, Croatia, Bulgaria will all be in the Schengen area within the decade.

[@BrianandCarrie]

You are probably right. Eventually, sooner than later, most of the Balkans will be in the Schengen. And yes, we haven't experienced western Europe, we just can't afford to go. Thank you for the comments! Cheers!!🍻

[@brato5270]

Croatia will be part of Schengen from 01.01.2023 🙆🏻‍♂️

[@grassytramtracks]

I think the UK will probably eventually entertain the idea of rejoining the EU, though they'll probably be a bit hesitant to have us back. If they let us back in, we wouldn't get our exceptions from Schengen and the euro

[@arcticap-238]

Once I complete my 90 days in the Schengen I have to wait another 90 days for the clock to reset it for me to enter ?

[@kaycosti3631]

That was informative even for me (and I’m living in Romania), thank you. That is not ignorance from my side, it is just that I am more of a “home” type person and if I’m thinking about travel I have a huge tendency towards the east - I love winter and snow (luckily, this summer was not so hot as in previous years, so I don’t suffer that much from the heat) … as a matter of fact, the most wonderful time of all my life were 30 days spent in Russia, at the edge of Siberia - I very much miss Russia, there I felt much more at home than here where I live, I felt much more free than anywhere in the world. In a huge contrast, when I visited Germany, I could hardly wait for those 10 days to pass so I can come back home. I love your videos. Take care, stay safe and have a wonderful time.

[@BrianandCarrie]

Hi, Kay. We much prefer the warm weather!! However, we would love to spend a week or so in a winter wonderland. There would need to be a hot tub or sauna and some type of hot beverage. 😀As always, thank you for watching!! Cheers!!!🍻

[@robertcroft8241]

Kay, I agree ! My Mother is Russian and I also love Russia. It is like going back in time to the Middle Ages in the country, but Germany for me is Home.

[@Zoco101]

Kay, it's so nice to hear positivism about Romania and Russia. In the west we encounter endless propaganda about how our democracies are better and how people are miserable in the more eastern parts of Europe. But these are meaningless generalities. Such propaganda skips over the superior public services you often find outside the west, and how people go out of their way to help you. Recently, we met some very kind people in Slovakia, where public transport is cheap and parking is often free. You were uncomfortable in Germany, and I understand that, but in some parts of former East Germany the people are still kind and generous with their time.

[@italy-amanda]

Great Video :) I have researched and both Andorra (Spanish/France border) and San Marino (Italy) are not part of the EU. They have their own microstate. Do you know if I can stay here after my 90 days in Europe are over?

[@BrianandCarrie]

Great question, we didn't travel to those areas so we haven't researched what the specific requirements would be. Safe travels!

[@felawes]

As a UK citizen, I have a French Visa de long séjour temporaire, which lets me spend six months in France. I then have Schengen on top of it - meaning I can spend all year in the EU. Over two years I just need to return to the UK for three months. For tax reasons I don't stay in France for more than six months per year.

[@BrianandCarrie]

That is amazing! It would be nice to have!!

[@ferdin9ndtv]

Sad you guys lost your eu citizen right

[@grassytramtracks]

@@ferdin9ndtv sad for us who had it snatched of us, not sad for the people who threw it away. At least I'm OK, being a dual citizen of both the UK and France

[@zoranstojanovic3174]

How to stay in Europe longer than 90 days? After 90 days in Europe, move to Argentina for another 90 days then return. Thank you for the advice.

[@daylightdaylight6612]

They should enforce the 90/180 rule so that it is not possible to stay longer than 90 days in a period of 180 days