Residence permits

How long you can be absent without losing your residence permit — general rules and country-by-country limits.

Keeping your residence permit: how long you can be away A residence permit lets you live in a country — but most permits also require you not to be absent for too long. Stay away past the limit and you can lose the permit or be refused a renewal. The exact allowance depends on the country and on whether your permit is temporary or permanent. Residence in Spain: how long you can be away Spanish residence permits expect you to actually live in Spain. Spend too long abroad and you can be refused a renewal or lose long-term status. The limits differ sharply between temporary and long-term residence. Residence in Portugal: how long you can be away A Portuguese residence permit can be cancelled if you spend too long outside the country without an accepted reason. Temporary and permanent permits have different absence limits. Residence in Cyprus: how long you can be away Cyprus residence permits can be cancelled if you are absent for too long. The temporary “pink slip” is strict; permanent residence is far more relaxed. Residence in Georgia: how long you can be away Georgia is popular for its easy residence and long visa-free stay — but a residence permit still expects you to spend real time in the country. Residence in Turkey: how long you can be away A Turkish residence permit can be cancelled or refused at renewal if you spend too long outside the country. Short-term and long-term permits differ.

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