The EU has announced a plan to extend the 90-day rule for certain categories of non-EU workers, signaling a shift in how Europe manages short-term mobility for remote workers and skilled professionals. Currently, most non-EU citizens can stay visa-free in the Schengen area for 90 days within any 180-day period—a hard limit that forces many digital nomads and remote workers to leave or apply for a visa.
This proposed extension would create an exception for specific worker categories, though the exact criteria are still being finalized. If you're a remote worker, freelancer, or digital nomad from outside the EU, this could mean longer stays without needing to apply for a formal visa or resort to visa runs.