If you're planning on staying in Europe for more than 90 days, you'll need to apply for a long-stay visa. The requirements for long-stay visas vary from country to country, but they generally include:
* A valid passport
* Completed Visa application form
* Two passport-size photos
* Proof of sufficient financial means
* Proof of health insurance
* Proof of accommodation
You can apply for a long-stay visa at the embassy or consulate of the country you're planning to visit.
Some specific long-stay options are listed below.
Schengen Visa
The Schengen Area consists of 26 countries in Europe that have abolished their internal borders and allow free movement of people across their common borders. If you're a citizen of a country that is not a member of the Schengen Area, you may be able to obtain a Schengen Visa which allows you to stay in any Schengen country for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. You can apply for a Schengen Visa at the embassy or consulate of any Schengen country.
Family Reunion Visa
If you're a citizen of a non-EU country and you have family members who are EU citizens or permanent residents, you may be able to obtain a family reunion visa to stay in the EU long-term. The requirements for family reunion visas vary from country to country, but they generally include proof of your relationship to the EU citizen or permanent resident.
Work Visa
If you've secured employment in an EU country, you may be able to obtain a work visa to stay and work in the country. The requirements for work visas vary from country to country, but they generally include a job offer from an employer in the country, proof of your qualifications and experience.
Study Visa:
Study visa allows international students to stay in the country for the duration of their studies, usually up to four years for a bachelor's degree. However, in some countries, it is also possible to apply for a post-study work visa, which allows international students to stay and work in the country after completing their studies.
Option 2: Get a job
If you find work in a European country, you'll be eligible to apply for a work visa. Each country has its own requirements for work visas, but in general, you'll need to have a job offer from an employer in that country, as well as proof of your qualifications and experience. There are different types of work visas, such as highly skilled worker visa, business visa, entrepreneur visa, and intra-company transfer visa. Once you have a work visa, you can stay in the country as long as you're employed.
Option 3: Study
If you're a student, you can study in Europe for up to 90 days without a visa.
If you're planning on studying for longer than 90 days, you'll need to apply for a student visa. The requirements for student visas vary from country to country, but they generally include:
* A valid passport
* Proof of acceptance to a recognized educational institution
* Proof of sufficient financial means
* Proof of health insurance
* Proof of accommodation
Option 4: Marry a European citizen
If you marry a European citizen, you'll be eligible to apply for a residence card, which will allow you to stay in Europe permanently. The requirements for residence cards vary from country to country, but they generally include:
* A valid passport
* Proof of marriage to a European citizen
* Proof of sufficient financial means
* Proof of health insurance
* Proof of accommodation
Option 5: Invest in a European country
If you invest a significant amount of money in a European country, you may be eligible for a residence permit. The requirements for investor visas vary from country to country, but they generally include:
* A valid passport
* A large sum of money to invest
* A business plan
* Proof of health insurance
* Proof of accommodation
