Type C schengen visa overlap [duplicate]

I currently hold Schengen visa type C multiple entries valid for one year (from 10 December 2014 - 09 December 2015). So far I have two entries: 18 December 2014 - 11 January 2015 (25 days) and 25 March 2015 - 21 April 2015 (28 days). The total stay is now 53 days. I believe the half year (180 days) for my visa is at 15 June 2015. Now, I planned to stay in Germany from the 26th of May - 6th of September. That would make 104 days. However, it is an overlap between two half year as my first half year ends on the 15th of June. My question is, is it possible to combine the stays from two half year allowance together? Or is it that I must stay in EU zone for only 90 days with or without the overlap?

Best Answer

The rule is that within any 180 days time windows, you must not be present in the Schengen zone for more than 90 calendar days. It does not matter when it is "half time" - if there is any period of 180 consecutive days in which you would be present for 91 days or more, you would overstay your visa.

The EU has a Schengen visa calculator that allows you to check if your plans are OK here:

http://ec.europa.eu/dgs/home-affairs/what-we-do/policies/borders-and-visas/border-crossing/schengen_calculator_en.html

Note that your visa may also have a limit on the overall number of days spent in the Schengen area, which you must take in consideration in addition to the 90/180 rule.

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Can Schengen visas overlap?

The Visa Code (EU's main law on the Schengen area) mentions nothing about overlapping visas. However the Handbook for the processing of visa applications contains the following recommendation: A holder of a multiple-entry visa may apply for a new visa before the expiry of the validity of the visa currently held.

Can I have two visas at the same time Europe?

Nothing prevents you from applying for more than one visa at a time. You will need to comply, in respect of each application, with all the requirements for the making of applications. This will usually involve you paying a separate fee for each application.

Can I apply for two Schengen visas for different countries at the same time?

A Schengen visa, by definition, is for all Schengen countries, so you can't have two Schengen visas for different countries.

What is Type C in Schengen Visa?

Type C Schengen visaIt is issued by the visa services (embassies, consulates, appointed external providers) of a country belonging to the Schengen area. It allows the holder to stay or travel freely in the Schengen area for less than 90 days over a 180 day period. It is mandatory for citizens of some countries.

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