2006-10-30 17:28:39 · 10 answers · asked by mary r 1 in Travel ➔ Europe (Continental) ➔ Other - Europe
The key is how long you intend to stay in any one country. In almost all of the EU countries (I haven't checked every one, so I won't say all) you can stay 90 days on a single trip, as long as your passport is valid for 6 months beyond your arrival date.
As long as you leave a particular country, before the end of the 90 days, you can re-enter again but usually only 1 time (most have a 6 month per year limit).
The best source of information is to figure out which countries you want to visit, and look on the website for that country's embassy in the USA. They all list the requirements under "consular affairs". Make sure you look for the "who needs a visa" section, and view the "US Citizen" portion.
But basially, we have "no visa" requirements with the European nations.
Just make sure you buy a "travellers medical policy" before you leave. They all require a medical coverage certificate, valid in Europe, but I've only been asked for it in Lithuania over the past 5 years.
2006-10-31 11:26:32 · answer #1 · answered by Kevin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a yank you are going to need a visa. You should look at the website that the lovely poster above has given you. and work out from there which way would be easier, a student visa or a working visa. What you also need to bear in mind is the cost of education over here. Doing a masters degree is expensive, but as an international student its REALLY expensive. Its not just the course fees you have to consider, but living cost, and as a student I think they limit the amount of hours you can work. So you probably going to need some savings. Additionally its not that easy to get a job over here, so even if you do study here it doesn't guarantee a job, I doubt having an English degree would make much difference. You don't actually say what you are studying in. You might also consider doing your masters in the US and then considering travelling once you have some experience. Oh and we don't know what a freshman is, an age would be more helpful.
2016-05-22 14:35:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are moving from country to country you probably don't need any visa. Most EU countries let Americans in for 60 days at least without a visa. Many countries allow you to stay longer than that without a visa. Not sure about some of the Eastern European ones though so it's worth checking with their embassies.
2006-11-02 12:45:27 · answer #3 · answered by jonahbeast 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a US citizen I took an extended trip to Spain and I needed a visa, It was a simple process to receive one.I believe that on a trip of more then three months in Europe Union a visa is required. You will be probable be visiting several countries from what country do you get the visa from. I don´t know. This link might be able to help you. http://europa.eu/abc/travel/index_en.htm
2006-10-31 07:32:59 · answer #4 · answered by rebecca 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't end up getting any or many visas, beware of border security. My freind was over for 6 or 7 months, and she didn't have or need any visas, but because of that she was really hassled by the security staff. they thought she was going to work illegally and everything, and wanted to see bank statements and everything to make sure she could support herself, which she really didn't have on her! It took her for ever at every border control and they were really mean(although there aren't many, you can travel from EU country to EU country without seeing a border station). So be prepared.
Also, i am surprised that you are going for 6 months without thinking about a working visa. Europe is expensive!
2006-10-31 18:07:47 · answer #5 · answered by C-bear 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
For most member countries of the EU, like UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, you do not need a travel VISA. For more complete and up to date requirements, it is best to go to the website of the embassies of the individual European countries you are going to visit. Although it may be informative to access our Department of State website, it is best to go directly to individual embassy sites of the countries. By going to those sites, you will get the most definitive requirements for traveling.
2006-10-30 17:54:34 · answer #6 · answered by Aldo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visitors Visa for most of the countries.
2006-10-30 19:25:04 · answer #7 · answered by SKG R 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it really depends on why you plan on going. If you plan on going to study, a student's VISA may be needed, if you're going for work, an employee VISA, etc.
2006-10-30 18:29:38 · answer #8 · answered by americanmimeboy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmm, i think just your US passport. These is more info here for the specific countries though: http://travel.state.gov/
Enjoy! Have fun!
2006-10-30 17:32:59 · answer #9 · answered by I carry your heart with me... 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
none at all
2006-10-30 23:38:57 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋