The France-US Bilateral Agreement: 90 Extra Days Beyond Schengen, Explained
A 1949 agreement lets US citizens stay 90 extra days in France beyond the Schengen limit. What it allows, the official EES border procedure, and the risks.
Everything you need to know about Schengen visa rules, the 90/180 day rule, and travel regulations in Europe.
A 1949 agreement lets US citizens stay 90 extra days in France beyond the Schengen limit. What it allows, the official EES border procedure, and the risks.
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US citizens get 90 visa-free days in France in any 180-day period. Here is how that works, the long-stay visa route for six months or more, what ETIAS and EES change in 2026, and how to track your days.
Americans can visit Croatia visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Croatia joined the Schengen Area on January 1, 2023, so visits before that date do not count toward your Schengen day total. ETIAS travel authorization will be required from Q4 2026.
Americans can visit Hungary visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Hungary also offers a Digital Nomad visa for remote workers who want to stay longer. ETIAS travel authorization will be required from Q4 2026.
Americans can visit the Czech Republic visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. A Schengen member since 2007, the Czech Republic offers easy onward travel to neighbouring countries like Austria and Germany. ETIAS travel authorization will be required from Q4 2026.
Americans can visit Norway visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. Norway is part of the Schengen Area but not the EU, which means different customs rules at the border. ETIAS travel authorization will be required from Q4 2026.
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