Published: 26.10.2026
Short stays remain subject to the Schengen framework, generally limited to 90 days in any 180-day period, with visa requirements depending on nationality. Stays exceeding 90 days require a category D national visa or a residence permit, while employment also requires authorisation from the competent authority.
According to sources, people planning a move must distinguish between permission to enter and permission to stay long term: visa-free or Schengen entry does not replace a residence authorisation. Long-term study, family reunification, employment and other purposes require a national procedure, and employment also requires a work permit. Nationals who do not need a national visa must still obtain the relevant residence authorisation and register after arrival under the applicable procedure. This is a core rule affecting third-country nationals and should be checked before booking travel or submitting documents.