Visa Stay Counter

Count the number of days you have spent in a country to ensure visa compliance. Track against 90/180-day Schengen rules, 183-day tax residency thresholds, or any custom limit. Free and private.

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Understanding Visa Stay Limits

Most countries restrict how long visitors can stay per entry or within a rolling period. Overstaying can result in fines, deportation, entry bans, or difficulty obtaining future visas. This calculator helps you track your days accurately and plan departures before limits are reached. Always count both arrival and departure days as days spent in the country, as most immigration authorities do.

Stay Calculation

Days Stayed = Departure Date − Arrival Date + 1

Days Remaining = Allowed Days − Days Stayed

Must Leave By = Arrival Date + Allowed Days − 1

The Schengen 90/180 Rule

The Schengen Area (27 European countries) allows visa-free visitors to stay up to 90 days within any rolling 180-day window. The 180-day period is counted backward from any given day, not from your first entry. This means you cannot simply leave and re-enter to reset the clock. Short trips across multiple Schengen countries all count toward the same 90-day allowance.

The 183-Day Tax Residency Rule

Many countries consider you a tax resident if you spend 183 or more days within a calendar or fiscal year in their territory. This threshold determines where you owe income tax and may require filing a local tax return. Digital nomads and frequent travelers should track days carefully across all countries to avoid triggering unintended tax obligations. Some countries use additional criteria beyond physical presence.