Definition
Visa-free entry means a traveller can enter a country or visa area without first obtaining a visa from a consulate. In Europe, many non-EU nationals may enter the Schengen Area visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period, but that does not usually allow them to take ordinary local employment or remain long term. Applicants still need the correct work or residence authorisation if they plan to work, settle, or switch into a long-stay route.
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Authorisation to Stay
A prior approval from the immigration authority allowing a person to proceed to the entry-visa or residence-card stage of a long-stay route.
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Short-Stay Visa
Type C Visa
A visa that allows short visits in the Schengen Area, usually for tourism, business, or family visits, but not for long-term residence or ordinary local employment.
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Національна віза
Віза типу D (довгострокова віза)
Довгострокова віза (тип D), видана країною Шенгенської зони, що дозволяє власнику проживати та працювати в цій країні понад 90 днів — як правило, перший крок перед отриманням посвідки на проживання.
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