The United Kingdom offers a long-term visit visa that will allow you to travel in and out of the country for 1, 2, 5 or 10 years. But the British Home Office says it will look closely at any application considering the need to visit, a history of frequent visits, and whether you will be able to support yourself.
The French government changed its policy as of June 1, 2009, to allow people holding "long stay" visas to reside in France for up to 12 months. The visas can be granted for several reasons, including school, work or travel, or for the spouse of a French national. Aside from an application, the "long stay" visa also requires an interview and several other documents spelled out on their website.
People wanting to stay in the Czech Republic for more than 90 days must apply for a "long-stay" visa. Like the French, the Czechs require you to turn in your application personally at any Czech embassy or consulate.
Australia offers a "long stay" visa that is also known as a temporary business visa. According to the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, the temporary business visa is for employers looking to hire overseas workers. It can be valid for one day up to four years.
Fifteen European countries have created the Schengen visa. It allows the holder to travel to those countries on one visa. These countries offer a long-stay visa that allows you to remain within those fifteen countries for more than 90 days.
