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Wanted: Recommendation for Extended EU Visa
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John Stone Posts: 3
19/07/2025
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Hello OCC Members
I am a US citizen with a US flagged vessel. I am planning an Atlantic crossing to Europe in the summer of 2026. I'd like to cruise EU waters for a year and wonder how to overcome the unworkable 90 day visa restrictions for a US citizen. Leaving my boat behind for 90 days is not an option for me. I am investigating applying for what I have heard called a resident visa, extended visa, retired visa, or pensioners visa. Does anyone have insight into this approach? Any specific countries easier to gain this type of visa than others? Any information on how to pursue this is be appreciated.
Thanks
John Stone
SV Far Reach
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Gino.DelGuercio Posts: 4
23/03/2026
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We are also Americans with an American flagged boat. We found it relatively easy and inexpensive to get a French long stay visa, which allows one to cruise the Shengen region for up to a year and can be extended. You can find instructions on the French consulate web site. But start early, the process can take a couple of months.
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